Electrician Licensed

As a Licensed Electrician, you will perform advanced-level electrical work to support the safe, reliable operation of hospital facilities. This role is ideal for an experienced commercial or industrial electrician who values steady, non-contracted work, strong benefits, teamwork, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in healthcare.

You’ll work in an active hospital environment where attention to safety, collaboration, and professionalism is essential—not only with the maintenance team, but with patients, visitors, and clinical staff.

• Stable, full-time employment (non-contracted) in a healthcare setting

• Industry-leading healthcare benefits supporting you and your family

• A workplace where your skills directly support patient care and safety

• Opportunities for growth, skill development, and long-term career advancement

• A team-oriented culture with the chance to build a career and retire with Novant

• Consistent work in a complex, mission-driven environment

Education

• Two (2) year college degree in a technical science or trade, or equivalent work experience

• Completion of a three (3) year electrical apprenticeship, required

Experience

• Five (5)+ years of experience installing and maintaining commercial or industrial electrical distribution systems, required

• Healthcare facility experience, highly preferred

Licensure / Certification

• Valid city/county journeyman’s card and/or state electrician’s license, required

• Valid Driver’s License in the state of employment, required

Required Skills

• Strong working knowledge of life safety, electrical, and building codes

• Extensive experience with electrical systems, equipment, and devices

• Advanced troubleshooting skills for electrical and electronic systems

• In-depth knowledge of emergency power systems, generators, and transfer switches

• Proficiency using electrical testing equipment

• Ability to read and apply electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team-oriented maintenance department

• Professional communication skills when working around patients, visitors, and staff

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of mechanical equipment operation and repair

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with PC-based programs

• Ability to hear and recognize changes in machine or equipment sounds

• Perform advanced electrical maintenance, repair, and installation work across hospital facilities

• Maintain and support electrical distribution systems, switchgear, motor control centers, and related equipment

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot emergency generator systems and automatic transfer switches

• Apply and ensure compliance with life safety, electrical, and building codes

• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems, including A/C-related electrical components

• Read and interpret technical service manuals, electrical schematics, and blueprints

• Use electrical testing devices to evaluate system performance and safety

• Support preventive maintenance programs to extend the service life of facility assets

• Collaborate closely with Plant Engineering leadership and maintenance team members

• Interact professionally and respectfully with patients, visitors, and clinical staff in a healthcare environment