Trades Specialist (Electrician)

Nys Department Of Civil Service • Newark, NY

136d • $50,425 - $61,548

About The Position

The Trades Specialist Electrician will perform a variety of skilled electrical repairs, installation of new circuits and various electrical repairs in multiple community residences and various other buildings as well as the main Westfall campus. This position requires performing journeyman level electrical duties, having a working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the electrical trade, and repairing, maintaining, and installing electrical systems and equipment in accordance with the National Electrical Code. The role also involves locating and determining electrical malfunctions using test instruments, planning new or modifying installations, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, and performing maintenance on mechanical equipment. Daily travel within the 10 county district is required.

Requirements

• Four years of full-time experience in the electrical trade under a skilled tradesperson.
• Completion of technical courses in the electrical trade or equivalent training.
• Successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Electrician) traineeship or equivalent program.
• Valid New York State driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform journeyman level electrical duties.
• Repair, maintain, and install electrical systems and equipment including fixtures, motors, load centers, relays, controls, circuitry, and related equipment.
• Locate and determine electrical malfunctions using test instruments.
• Plan new or modify installations consistent with specifications and national electrical code.
• Read and interpret plans, codes, diagrams, architectural blueprints, and specifications.
• Test, adjust, calibrate, and maintain control equipment for various systems.
• Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• May be required to train and supervise others.

Benefits

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
• Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year.
• Up to three (3) days professional leave each year.
• Affordable health insurance programs for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.
• Paid Parental Leave of up to 12 weeks at full pay.
• Participation in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS).
• Training programs and tuition assistance for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED