Senior Electrician - Evenings

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 124,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Electrician to maintain and repair critical electrical systems, including normal and emergency power. You will troubleshoot motor controls, read blueprints, and coordinate with vendors in a patient-care focused environment.

The role requires six years post-journeyman experience, a Texas journeyman/master license, and readiness to work evenings (3pm-11:30pm). Competitive benefits apply, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

Six years post-journeyman experience in commercial/industrial electrical work.
Preferred supervisory experience and familiarity with MD Anderson design guidelines.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot normal and emergency power systems.
Respond to work orders, document actions, and manage parts inventory.
Coordinate electricians and vendors; assist in project design reviews.
Provide customer service and emergency response for facilities.

Skills

Licensed Electrician

Troubleshooting

Read Prints

Electrical Controls

BAS & Sensors

Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Completion of an apprenticeship

Job description

The Senior Electrician at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center supports the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of critical electrical infrastructure across the institution. The Senior Electrician plays a vital role in maintaining normal and emergency power systems, responding to service calls, and supporting facilities operations that directly impact patient care, research, and administrative functions.

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Senior Electrician works closely with other skilled crafts, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure electrical systems, alarms, and controls operate in compliance with institutional standards. The Facilities Electrician role requires strong technical expertise, responsiveness, and a commitment to service excellence.

Ideal candidate will be a licensed electrician with five+ years of experience in installations and repairs. Strong troubleshooting skills, able to read prints, and experienced with electrical controls. Solid knowledge of lighting systems, motor controls (starters, VFDs), and general electrical equipment (panels, switchgear, transformers). Familiarity with BAS, sensors, and basic computer use is a plus.

Join a collaborative and supportive team that values teamwork, continuous learning, and career growth. Our group works closely together, ensuring help is always available while providing ongoing opportunities to develop and advance.

Work Schedule: Evenings, Monday-Friday, 3pm -11:30pm

Salary Range: $82,500 - $103,000 - $123,500

Why Us?

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Maintain, Repair, & Troubleshoot Electrical Systems

Maintain and repair normal and emergency power electrical systems
Troubleshoot electrical, motor control, and programmable logic controller systems
Maintain and manage operations and maintenance inventory for electrical systems
Repair and troubleshoot lighting systems, lighting dimming systems, inverter equipment, and uninterruptible power supply systems
Investigate electrical outages and system failures

Preventive Maintenance & Installation

Perform preventive maintenance on electrical panels, transformers, and related electrical systems
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical equipment and circuits
Interpret and work from instructions, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams during installations

Work Orders, Documentation, & Reporting

Respond efficiently to work orders and service requests
Document corrective actions, labor hours, and materials used on work orders
Communicate issues and findings to supervisors in a timely manner
Prepare purchase requisitions and stock issue forms to obtain required materials and parts

Inspections, Coordination, & Subject Matter Expertise

Participate in walk-through inspections of construction projects and develop punch lists for discrepancies
Inspect contracted electrical work to ensure compliance with repair and installation requirements
Estimate costs of work, order materials, and maintain inventory
Coordinate workflow of electricians, technicians, and mechanics as needed
Serve as a point of contact for vendors and prepare required reports
Participate in project design reviews, development of owner design guidelines, and process improvement initiatives
Provide back-up support to other crafts and may precept staff

Customer Service & Emergency Response

Respond to customer calls and provide professional customer service
Respond to all critical equipment and alarm system alerts
Support emergency responses for facilities, including code red alarms

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 Class A, B or C Texas driver's license and eligible to drive State and institutional vehicles. 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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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