House Electrician III

Seneca Gaming Corporation•Salamanca, NY

About The Position

The House Electrician III is responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, dismantling, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems and related equipment, electrical components, machinery, and site systems. The work involves hands-on assembly and disassembly in accordance with codes, manuals, schematics, blueprints, diagrams, and manufacturers’ specifications. Duties must follow Seneca Gaming Corporation policies and procedures, Internal Control Standards, and objectives. The role includes troubleshooting HVAC and control problems, performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance, answering service calls, maintaining equipment records, and using specialized trade tools and testing equipment. The technician may also work with building management control systems, inventory and repair-parts ordering, and subcontractors, and is expected to provide customer service, maintain a professional work environment, comply with information-security and safety policies, attend meetings, and complete required SGC training within nine months of employment. Work hours are determined by a 24-hour schedule. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered. Starting rate is $32.00; compensation is negotiable based on experience and education.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age upon employment.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must possess and retain an ARI Certification for HVAC Technician—Universal.
Ten years of previous hands-on HVAC experience required, including knowledge and experience in commercial HVAC applications.
Working knowledge of HVAC, including air-cooled units, airflow, controls, chillers, boilers, air filtration, dust collection, HEPA filtering systems, pipefitting, and sheet-metal installation and repairs.
In-depth experience with commercial/industrial electrical systems, including 480/208V three-phase systems, three-phase motor wiring, and motor and electrical control systems.
Proficient with copper, PVC, and T&C piping; able to run pipe and use relevant trade tools; copper-sweating proficiency expected.
Able to read, interpret, and implement architectural, engineering, and design drawings throughout building construction.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and provide evidence of a safe driving record acceptable to the company’s liability insurance carrier.
Ability to make effective decisions by analyzing information, setting priorities, taking initiative, and taking ownership of projects and improvements.
Knowledge of electrical terminology and ability to read blueprints and drawings.
Must demonstrate basic safety knowledge, equipment-maintenance knowledge, thoroughness, independence, and excellent communication skills.
Knowledge of safety procedures for HVAC and electrical work, including prevention of electrical shock and falls.
Ability to write routine correspondence and develop presentations, proposals, and reports, and to speak effectively with management, employees, and the public.
Ability to interact effectively with customers and employees and resolve problems or conflicts diplomatically and tactfully.
Must be in good physical condition with good manual dexterity and color sense.
Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout casino areas, including interior and exterior spaces, tight spaces, and locations up to 90 feet above ground; may stand for extended periods and frequently work on ladders and scaffolds.
Must be able to perform strenuous manual work and work in temperatures below 32°F and above 90°F.
Must maintain physical stamina and an appropriate mental attitude while working under pressure in a fast-paced casino environment.
Good eye-hand coordination, excellent eyesight, and manual dexterity required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience applying the National Electrical Code, New York State Uniform Building and Fire Prevention Code, National Fire Prevention Association requirements, and Occupational Safety and Health Association requirements.
Broad HVAC training and experience with testing equipment, gauges, drawings, schematics, precision instruments, and trade tools; knowledge of blueprint reading, electrical theory, electronics, mathematics, mechanical drawing, electrical codes, safety and first aid, welding, fire alarm systems, HVAC, and plumbing.
Previous customer service experience preferred.
Proven ability to act as a lead HVAC technician and mentor other HVAC technicians.

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, test, dismantle, repair, and maintain HVAC and related equipment, including refrigeration compressors, pumps, condensers, air-handling units, cooling towers, controls, wiring, and piping.
Troubleshoot HVAC equipment and control issues; identify mechanical or electrical failures; repair, replace, or adjust parts, piping, and control wiring; reassemble, test, and adjust equipment.
Perform mechanical repairs and tests, scheduled or as-needed filter changes, equipment cleaning and painting, and fabrication of parts using trade tools and machines.
Review drawings, diagrams, specifications, and instructions; assess equipment damage and repair needs; determine materials, replacement parts, tools, and work procedures; answer trouble calls.
Plan and perform work safely while minimizing interference with operations; maintain HVAC equipment performance and maintenance records.
Use HVAC maintenance equipment and tools, including coil-cleaning machines, tube punchers, chiller-bundle jetters, torches, die injection equipment, voltmeters, and gas-pressure gauges.
Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on building equipment, troubleshoot control issues, and load programs.
Perform related duties involving building management control systems and computer-based ordering of inventory and repair parts.
Maintain understanding of and comply with information-security policies, including the Seneca Gaming Corporation Acceptable Use Policy.
Provide professional, friendly customer service and maintain professional working relationships with supervisors, managers, staff, and patrons.
Meet attendance requirements and comply with regulatory, departmental, and company policies.
Complete required SGC training programs within nine months of starting employment and attend necessary meetings.
Oversee subcontractor work for compliance with contract specifications and documents; organize job plans, prioritize work, direct HVAC coworkers on joint projects, and monitor progress.
Act as a lead HVAC technician and mentor other HVAC technicians.