Master Electrician

Job Summary

The Master Electrician shall perform installations, maintenance, and repairs in UK Healthcare, Medical Center, and/or Campus facilities applicable to projects, electrical systems, and electrical equipment:

During construction/renovation, designs, installs and tests new equipment and systems;
Assesses projects and gathers necessary permits;
Implements design and oversees preparation and installation of wiring and lighting fixtures;
Runs conduit, pulls and mounts equipment;
Terminates power and control circuits; starts up; and checks out equipment;
Repairs, replaces, and/or maintains older, pre-existing electrical systems and electrical equipment, including motors, drives, controls, starter, lights, power, communication, PLC, and other related equipment;
Diagnoses problems and applies critical thinking in the process of repairing or remedying the issue(s);
Analyzes and solves problems with various electrical controls and systems; electromechanical repairs; generators; motors; motor starters; VFD's; transformers; switches; and circuit breakers;
Interprets schematics, prints, and oral instructions for electrical applications;
Interprets electrical and mechanical situations to determine process failure, process need, and process improvement;
Uses testing equipment, including but not limited to DMMs, amp meters, Megger meters;
Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve outcomes; and Provides technical guidance and training, as needed, and may guide apprentices and journeymen electricians.

In addition, this position models and promotes excellent customer service for internal and external customers;
Proactively and regularly initiates contact with customers and clients;
Deals calmly and effectively with others in difficult situations;
Works well with contractors and other tradesmen;
Advises supervisor of customer needs, delivers appropriate responses, and monitors progress towards reaching goals and objectives, as directed;
Maintains inventories of tools, materials, equipment, or products;
Submits requests for materials, supplies, or equipment to supervisor;
Performs work in-process and upon completion in compliance with instructions;
Ensures completion of work adheres to established practices, highest quality standards, and overall acceptability of work;
Maintains designated working areas in a safe and orderly manner continuously free of trash and debris; and Executes maintenance priorities in order to improve response time and facility/equipment reliability.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows/Office; KRONOS; SAP

Experience and knowledge to tackle the most complex electrical systems;
Extensive job knowledge and understanding of the electrician's trade, including practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment;
Knowledgeable in all areas of the national electrical code; and Excels in analyzing and solving problems with various electrical controls and systems.

Driver's License - Preferred

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Minimum: 4-year apprenticeships, completing 144 hours of technical training; and 2,000 hours of training on-the-job + 6 Years Trade or Field Experience.

Final date to receive applications 02/01/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.