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UW Health

Academic medical center; cancer, pediatrics, transplants.

Electrician

Full-Time
$35.54 - $53.32/hr
Mid
Madison, WI, USA
In PersonOn-site at University Hospital in Madison, WI; standard daytime schedule (7:00 am–3:30 pm), Monday–Friday.

About the job

Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED Required
  • Four-year apprenticeship in Electrical Trade Required
  • Journeyman Electrician in the state of Wisconsin or International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Required
  • Valid Driver’s License
Responsibilities
  • Use your knowledge of all methods, procedures, practices and tools of the Electrical trade to respond as quickly as possible to system and equipment failures.
  • Have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and diagrams and follow the policies and procedures of the Maintenance & Engineering Services Department
Desired Qualifications
  • 1 year experience performing Journeyman level electrical work in a hospital setting Preferred

About the company

UW Health provides patient care, teaching, and research through a 471-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. It combines inpatient treatment and outpatient clinics with multidisciplinary teams using evidence-based care and advanced medical technologies. It differentiates itself as an academic medical center connected to UW–Madison, enabling access to clinical trials and comprehensive transplant services. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and advance health through high-quality care, education, and research for the community and beyond.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

null

Founded

1998

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What makes UW Health unique

  • UW Health launched WorkForward on May 14, 2026, scaling apprenticeship pipelines nationally.
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  • UW Health's transplant center performed 520-plus organ transplants in 2025, leading Wisconsin.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Family Planning Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

Childcare Support

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Fox Business
Sep 29th, 2026
UW Health tests AI tool to guide breathing tube placement in newborns

UW Health doctors in Madison, Wisconsin, are testing artificial intelligence technology to guide breathing tube placement in newborns. According to Dr. Ryan McAdams, the tool operates similarly to a car's backup camera, providing visual assistance during the procedure. The AI system is designed to help medical professionals more accurately position breathing tubes in newborn patients, a critical procedure that requires precision. The technology is currently in the testing phase at the Wisconsin medical facility. The innovation represents the latest application of AI in neonatal care, where accurate placement of medical devices can be particularly challenging due to the small size of infant patients.

WisBusiness
Apr 10th, 2026
UW Health: Acquires University Podiatry Associates

MADISON, Wis. – UW Health has acquired University Podiatry Associates, a podiatry clinic located on the west side of Madison. 

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