Maintenance Assistant (Electrician) (Electrical Shop)

University at Albany • Albany, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University at Albany is a Carnegie-classified Research 1 institution driven by academic excellence, pioneering research and scientific discovery, and service to community. UAlbany's world-class faculty experts and approximately 17,500 students are creating new knowledge in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductor engineering, atmospheric and environmental sciences, cybersecurity, public health, public administration and social welfare while deepening our understanding of our world through scholarship and creative activity in the social sciences and humanities. As one of the most diverse public research institutions in the nation, the University is a national leader in public engagement, educational equity and social mobility. For over 180 years, UAlbany has molded bright, curious and engaged students and launched them toward success. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.

Requirements

• Two years of full-time experience in electrical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
• OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course in the electrical trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses in the electrical trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.
• Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work.
• When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
• Candidates are expected to be qualified to use negative pressure respirators.
• Ability to perform semiskilled, routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair activities in the University dorms.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to properly use hand and power tools.

Nice To Haves

• Valid NYS Driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Perform semiskilled, routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair activities in the University dorms.
• Minor electrical repairs to outlets, switches, lights, and ballasts.
• Climb ladders and work at heights (ladders and aerial platforms).

What This Job Offers

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