About this role
Position Overview Pay range: $27.85 - $45.25 / hour Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more. Job Highlights The Electrician Senior plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing electrical systems in high-risk, high-visibility areas such as ICUs, surgical suites, and other essential hospital spaces. This position supports patient safety and uninterrupted care by ensuring electrical systems remain reliable, compliant, and operational at all times. This is not short-term or project-based work. This role offers long-term stability, competitive pay, strong benefits, and meaningful impact in a healthcare setting where your skills are respected and relied upon. Job Description To make critical decisions regarding the repair, maintenance, and operation of electrical systems in high risk areas, such as ICUs and surgical suites. To ensure compliance with safety codes, troubleshoot complex electrical failures, prioritize urgent repairs to minimize disruptions to patient care, and coordinate with hospital leadership and contractors for system upgrades and preventive maintenance. Qualifications High school diploma or GED and six (6) year of related experience is required. Associates degree OR technical diploma in Electrical Systems, Electrical Technology or a related field is preferred. State of Alabama (or reciprocal state) MC or Journeyman license; NICET II; and City of Birmingham Journeyman license or MC is required. ASHE Health Care Physical Environment Worker Certification required within six months of employment. Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current guidelines include possession of a valid driver's license issued in the United States, at least 21 years of age and at least 3 years of driving experience. Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Why Work at UAB Medicine We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama. UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.