Senior Electrician

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 124,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Electrician to perform journeyman-level electrical work across installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment. You will oversee electrical tasks, coordinate multi-trade work, and ensure compliance with institutional standards.

Ideal candidates have six years post-journeyman experience, Texas Journeyman license, and a strong background in BAS/HVAC environments, diagnostic tools, and CMMS documentation.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship preferred.
Six years post-journeyman experience in commercial/industrial electrical work.
Journeyman Electrician license (Texas) required; Master Electrician preferred.
Valid Texas driver license or waiver as applicable.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain and repair electrical systems per blueprints and standards.
Coordinate workflow of electricians, technicians and mechanics.
Inspect contracted electrical work for compliance with specs.
Prepare reports and manage work orders and asset documentation.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting

Electrical systems

BAS/HVAC familiarity

System coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Apprenticeship preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Facilities Management RAF Admin Fac Mgt department has a team that is well-rounded, experienced in every craft, innovative, reliable, and collaborative. Employees thrive in a professional environment with a supportive team culture, guided by MD Anderson's CORE values. With a strong focus on safety and growth, the ideal candidate will be hands‑on, a problem solver, and a subject matter expert responsible for critical systems, including a solid understanding of central plant operations.

The ideal candidate has strong system-level thinking and advanced troubleshooting abilities across BAS and HVAC environments. They are proficient with advanced diagnostic tools, including thermal imaging, and can effectively coach and train electricians to elevate team capability. This individual understands how HVAC, plumbing, and other trades interact and can coordinate work across disciplines to ensure efficient, reliable facility operations. Proficient in using advanced diagnostic tools, including thermal imaging, to identify electrical issues, and able to understand how HVAC and plumbing trades interact to support effective coordination and troubleshooting.

The salary range is $69,000 - $86,000 - $103,000

The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm

MD Anderson offers our employees:

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
Teachers Retirement System defined‑benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness‑related reduced salary pay program
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.

Why Join MD Anderson?

Be part of a world‑renowned cancer center making an impact across Texas and beyond
Collaborate with top‑tier leaders and institutions in academic medicine
Help shape the future of healthcare through bold, system‑wide innovation
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Senior Electrician position is to provide skilled electrical work of the journeyman level in installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, fixtures, and equipment. This position impacts the Institution's electrical functionality. Responsible for carrying out skilled tasks in accordance with standard practices of the trade and Institutional specifications. Oversees the quality and production of all electrical work.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Interprets and works from instructions, blueprints, sketches and diagrams in the installation of electrical systems. Estimates cost of work, requisitions material and maintains inventories. Performs a variety of electrical work. Coordinates and prioritizes the workflow of electricians, technicians and mechanics. Investigates outages. Participates in the development of the "Owners Design Guidelines", project design phases and review processes. Inspects contracted electrical work to ensure repairs and installations are compliant. Functions as a point of contact for vendors. Prepares and submits reports. Participates in process improvement initiatives. May precept staff.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Trade SME Participates in the development of the "Owners Design Guidelines", project design phases and review processes. Inspects contracted electrical work to ensure repairs and installations are compliant. Functions as a point of contact for vendors. Prepares and submits reports. Participates in process improvement initiatives. May precept staff.

Work Plan & Documentation

Interprets and works from blueprints, sketches and diagrams. Estimates cost of work and may order materials and maintain inventory. Discusses issues, concerns and process improvement options with Supervisor. Responsible for completing work order and asset documentation according to CMMS Standards. Provides accurate information on labor hrs & material used to complete the work, work preformed, notes any addtional required work &/or asset information.

Preventive Maintenance

Performs Preventive Maintenance on Electrical equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and CMMS directed work.

Corrective Maintenance

Installs, maintains and repairs variety of electrical work incidental to the installation and repair motors, fans, lamps, and various electrical issues and other building systems. Runs conduit, pulls wire and installs circuits for electrically driven units.

Team and Work Load Support

Investigates outages, supports or preforms other work as nessessary in the management the work load.

On-Call

The employee may be expected to be part of an on-call group, and when assigned this responsibility, will be compensated for that time. When on-call, the employee must be available and be able to respond in accordance to policy. Periods of alert when Emergency Conditions may be expected are not considered on-call.

Essential Personnel

This position is considered "essential personnel" in the event of suspension of normal operations due to inclement weather or other emergencies. They are required to perform duties as outlined in the Emergency Management Plans.

Incidental Work

Other incidental or related duties as required.

Other duties

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred: Completion of a recognized apprenticeship.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: Six years Post-journeyman experience in commercial/industrial electrical work involving interior and exterior wiring and the repair of electrical equipment and systems.
Preferred: One year Related supervisory experience and/or minimum of one year experience with MD Anderson building systems specifications and Owners Design Guidelines.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required: JRNY-E - Journeyman Electrician Texas Upon Hire or
Required: EL-M - Master Electrician Texas
Preferred: Industry-sponsored inspector certifications issued by the International Code Council (ICC) related to electrical work. Upon Hire
Preferred: TDL - Texas Drivers License Valid and current Texas driver's license with a minimum of three year's history of verifiable driving history. With less than three years of driving history, but with a minimum of one year... waiver may be requested. Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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