Trades Specialist (Electrician) (Electrical Shop)

University at Albany • Albany, NY

19h • 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

• Four years of full-time experience in the electrical trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program
• OR an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in the electrical trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services
• OR successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Electrician) traineeship or a two-year electrician training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program.
• Successful completion of the traineeship and the training program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific class room instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. Course work must be completed with an average of "C" or better.
• Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training.
• A completed application is required to be considered for this position.
• All applicants must meet at least one of the above requirements.
• Any applications received that do not meet at least one of the above requirements will be deemed ineligible.
• Valid NYS Driver's License required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to install, test and maintain card reader / door access systems preferred
• Experience with 13 KV switch gear and motor and motor control diagnostics preferred
• Experience in supervision / leading a crew for project work preferred

Responsibilities

• Install, test and maintain card reader / door access systems
• Test and maintain Emergency Lighting Systems, including Generators and UPS Systems
• Install control and electrical distribution including wiring, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
• Work overtime as required for emergencies and special campus events
• Be trained in and utilize best management practices for hazardous materials handling / disposal, confined space entry, fall protection, use of scaffolding and other occupational safety training
• Supervise / lead a crew for project work

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• The University will not seek, request, or rely upon an applicant's wage or salary history in determining whether to interview, hire, or establish compensation for an applicant.
• Reasonable accommodation for disability during the application process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree