Electrician

City of New York • New York, NY

18d • $69 - $69 • Onsite

About The Position

The New York City Department of Transportation’s Cycling & Micromobility unit is advancing the next phase of the City’s Streets Plan, building on the progress made since 2021 in delivering protected bike lanes and safer, more connected corridors for cyclists and micromobility users. As NYC prepares for its second Streets Plan targeting one million daily cycling trips by 2030 the agency is investing in expanded network development, wider and more durable lane designs, and neighborhood-scale improvements that support the growing number of riders and delivery workers. This role will directly support the Cycling & Micromobility Network Expansion Program, helping deliver world class street designs and the infrastructure needed to meet the City’s ambitious mobility goals.

The Division of Traffic Operations is seeking skilled and dedicated electricians to join our Electrical Operations Unit. This role involves working under supervision to install, repair, and maintain high- and low-tension electrical systems that support lighting, heating, power, and communications across buildings, structures, and highways. Electricians will support this initiative by installing, maintaining, and inspecting the electrical infrastructure needed for new cycling and micromobility projects across the city.

Requirements

• Serving permanently in the title of Electrician or having taken, passed, and be reachable on the Open Competitive Electrician Exam #3029.
• Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician.
• At least three years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician and sufficient full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician's helper or apprentice electrician or education in the electrical or electronic field acquired in an approved trade, technical school or vocational high school or college or university to make up the equivalent of the remaining experience. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 credits, from an accredited college or university, for one year of experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of such helper or apprentice experience, or education in an approved trade or technical school or vocational high school in the electrical or electronic field. Less than a full year of helper or apprentice experience, or relevant education, will receive prorated credit.
• Possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York (for certain positions).
• Possess and maintain the license(s) and/or certificate(s) required to perform duties (for assignment as a special electrician).

Nice To Haves

• Possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring systems, traffic signals, surveillance cameras, controllers, and related equipment in compliance with the NYC Electrical Code, pertinent plans, specifications, and job orders.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify faults and perform necessary repairs on existing installations.
• May serve as a field representative to resolve construction-related electrical issues in city facilities and external infrastructure.
• May be required to collaborate with contractors employed by the city on large-scale multi-million-dollar projects, documenting the construction processes and infrastructure to ensure that a complete and accurate record exists for future projects and maintenance.
• Interpret specifications to order electrical equipment and supplies, including video and fiber optic components.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed