Review Vacancy
TitleTrades Specialist (Electrician) SG-12
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $47530 to $58016 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Successful completion of an NYS two-year Trades Specialist (Electrician) Traineeship or NYS two-year electrician training program; OR successful completion of any equivalent electrical two-year training or apprenticeship program; * OR four (4) years of full-time experience in the electrical trade under a skilled journey level electrician which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in the electrical trade or training gained by completion of technical courses in the electrical trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Successful completion of the traineeship and the training program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math coursework, 45 hours of technical communications coursework, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading coursework. Coursework 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.
Duties Description Repairs, maintains, and installs electrical systems and equipment such as motors, transformers, wiring, switches, alarm systems, controls, light poles, elevators and related equipment. Locate and determine electrical malfunction using test instruments such as amp meter, volt meter, and ohm meter. Repairs malfunction by such methods as replacing burnt-out elements and fuses, bypassing or replacing defective wiring, finding switch contact points, and cleaning or rewiring motors. Tests electrical equipment such as generators and heaters for safety and efficiency using standard test equipment and by observing function. Adjusts electrical equipment and installs fixtures, motors, and other electrical equipment. Inspects circuits and wiring for specified shielding and grounding and repair or rewires the system according to building codes and safety regulations. Installs and repairs mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric components of electrical equipment and controls, using standard tools, electrical bucket truck, gauges, and procedures.
Plans the layout, installation, and repair of wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. Tests, adjusts, calibrates, and maintains a wide variety of control equipment, including boiler/heating controls; building heating, air conditioning, and ventilating equipment; controls for laundry equipment; controls for refrigeration; and for a wide variety of other equipment and systems. Tests continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components using standard instruments. Observes the functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and the need for adjustments or replacement.
Supervises and instructs others in the repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical systems and equipment. May prepare wiring diagrams from verbal or written instructions to accomplish a project. May recommend to the supervisor the kind, quantity, and quality of materials to be used for a particular project. Lays out the work for staff and performs journey-level tasks, as required. Observe and inspect work while in progress and when completed to ensure the job is done properly and that electrical codes are followed. Other reasonable duties as assigned.
Additional Comments SUNY Poly is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment. Potential applicants who share this goal, especially underrepresented minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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