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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 08/18/17

Applications Due08/25/17

Vacancy ID43187

AgencyGeneral Services, Office of

TitleElectrician

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $40172 to $49041 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 2:30 PM

To 10:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12242

Minimum Qualifications Successful completion of a NYS two-year 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.

* As part of the Traineeship or training program, candidates must have successfully completed 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math, 45 hours of technical communications, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading coursework with an average grade of C or better. Additionally, candidates must have successfully completed 4,000 hours of on-the-job training.

Application Process - Candidates are required to provide specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience. This information should be on the letterhead of the employer under whom the qualifying experience was gained and include names and titles of supervisors, duties performed during the training period and specific dates of employment and be signed by that employer.
• Candidates qualifying through the completion of appropriate course work should include a copy of their transcript or listing of course work completed.
• A copy of a trades union card is acceptable documentary proof of qualification.
• Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment.

Per Agreement between the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. and the State of New York, Article 45 (c) the requirement to prove qualification shall rest with the employee.

Duties Description Perform all phases of electrical installation and construction.
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain three-phase 120v/208v and 277v/480v electrical systems.
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and other trades workers, both when receiving and providing direction.
• Retrieve daily assignments and track accountable hours using the AiM work management system.
• Submit accurate and proper documentation in a timely manner.

Additional Comments Operational Needs:
• Possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New York State motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Asbestos certification required within 90 days of appointment, as well as compliance with all related PESH/OSHA regulations.
• Able to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platform lifts and boom lifts.
• Able to operate a variety of forklifts (OSHA certification provided after appointment).
• Able to lift minimum of 80 lbs.
• Able to read, interpret blueprints, schematic designs and circuit diagrams.
• Able to interpret National Electrical Codes (NEC).
• Able to work independently and perform duties at the journeyman level.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/BJG/18044

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

40th Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.

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