Licensed Journeyman Electrician

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

UT Southwestern is seeking a skilled and dependable Licensed Journeyman Electrician to join our Electrical Shop team. This position is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems within hospital and academic research/clinical environments. Provides journeyman level skills in performance of electrical work. We are looking for someone with strong knowledge of electrical codes, regulations, tools, materials, and trade practices, along with excellent problem-solving and customer service skills. Healthcare or hospital electrical experience is highly preferred. Candidates must hold a valid, active Journeyman Electrician License issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and be able to work independently and collaboratively to complete projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Work Location: Dallas Campus; assist other UTSW locations as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent or Vocational school
• 4 years skilled or journeyman level experience as an Electrician
• Must have current licensure as a Journeyman Electrician issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare or hospital electrical experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances, using hand tools and testing instruments, to supply electrical power for lighting and operation of equipment and apparatus.
• Inspects and tests electrical circuits and equipment; isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other equipment, replacing defective wiring, switches, sockets, plugs, and insulators.
• Installs new wiring and electrical apparatus, using blueprints and diagrams to determine correct location and layout; runs wire through conduit, and makes connections to complete circuits.
• Assembles, installs, and connects components of switchboards and distribution panels, and connects to units controlled.
• Assists in estimating time and materials required for job.
• Troubleshoots and maintains all lighting circuits on campus.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED