Electrician (Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30am to 3:30pm, RDO: Sun-Mon)

Under the supervision of the Manager of Facilities Operations, the Electrician is responsible for plant maintenance and operation, including the testing, inspecting, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of all electrical systems for the College.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, replace, and maintain electrical wiring systems and components, equipment, and apparatus in or on buildings and structures in accordance with New York City Electrical Code & NFPA 70E.
• Work in conjunction with other trades on preventative maintenance and servicing of electrical equipment and systems.
• Estimate materials needed and record time and materials expended on each work order.
• Inspect and troubleshoot high and low voltage electrical circuits, communication and signals on various controls for equipment and lighting.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and isolate defects in wiring, switches, circuits, motors, and other electrical equipment, using appropriate testing equipment.
• Examine and test elements of electrical systems to locate faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, loose connections, and worn motor brushes.
• Replace faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other elements of electrical systems, fixtures, and appliances.
• Knowledge of backup power and functions such as UPS systems, transfer switches, and generation function with the ability to identify faults and proper function.
• Repair broken circuits; knowledge of proper wire gauges and types. Ability to run and terminate new wiring.
• Replace defective equipment parts such as gears, bushings, and bearings, and other related parts.
• Perform work tasks, report deficiencies, and maintain and complete daily records of labor and materials used during work tasks.
• Continually and urgently communicate with supervisor regarding any apparent operational deficiencies or system malfunctions.
• Perform any duties assigned in an emergency as determined by management.
• Interpret diagrams, blueprints, and ladder diagram electrical schematics.
• Perform applicable electrical calculations.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; Trade or vocational school graduate with New York City Electrical Code & NFPA 70E certificate.
• Three years’ experience in trades; electricians’ apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training.
• Understanding of safe working practices and procedures.
• Ability to utilize lock out-tag out procedures for all energy sources (electrical, thermal, hydraulic, hydronic).
• Ability to demonstrate and safely operate all hand tools, power tools, fittings, materials, measuring instruments and meters, and equipment utilized by facilities and repair.
• Knowledge of and/or training on the following:
  • General OSHA standards and requirements
  • Use of portable fire extinguisher
  • Hazardous waste awareness
  • Asbestos hazards and safety
  • Hot work permits
  • Confined space entry procedures
  • Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
  • Description and use of fire stopping materials

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Higher Education.

Physical Requirements

• Lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls a variety of electrical materials such as cables, conduits, fixtures, and equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, etc.
• Knowledge of proper use of a variety of hand tools and meters.
• Near-visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision, and color vision are needed in making connections, soldering, and splicing wires.
• Maintain a clean and neat work environment including work spaces and mechanical areas.
• Accompany and assist facilities staff, project leaders, consultants, and contractors as assigned.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and during extreme weather conditions.

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30am to 3:30pm (RDO: Sunday-Monday)

Pay

$44.95/hr regular rate - $40.46/hr probationary rate. There is a 180-day probationary period.