New York Power Authority

Apprentice Operator

New York Power Authority  •  $42.50 - $50/hr  •  New York (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

The New York Power Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

This position involves rotating 12 hour shiftwork within a hydroelectric power plant.

Responsibilities

  • Under direct supervision perform all required tasks related to the trade associated with the respective project.
  • Work with and assist Operator of a higher grade.
  • Under general supervision, perform tasks which the Apprentice has completed and signed off in the Apprenticeship Program.
  • Maintain teh cleanliness and housekeeping of workshops and equipment in current work areas.
  • Complete training in the Apprenticeship Program at the pace and knowledge level prescribed in the Apprentice and Training Standard.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Must have strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
  • Must be accepted into the Apprenticship Program in accordance with the Apprenticeship Agreement.

Education, Experience and Certifications

  • Must have a 2 year technical degree within a related technical discipline
  • AAS in Electrican Engineering preferred

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform work throughout the campus of a hydrolectric power plant

Must be able to perform rotating 12 hour shift work

Military Occupational Specialty Codes
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MOS - Navy

Hourly rates for union-represented employees are collectively bargained by the New York Power Authority and IBEW. The negotiated pay rate for this position is $37.64 per hour A new hire may expect to earn between $85,000 - $100,000 in the 1st year inclusive of overtime and step increases

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.gov

New York Power Authority

About New York Power Authority

The New York Power Authority is the nation's largest state public power organization, with 17 generating facilities and more than 1,550 circuit-miles of transmission lines. More than 80 percent of the electricity we produce is clean renewable hydropower.

NYPA is a leader in promoting energy efficiency, new energy technologies and electric transportation initiatives.

Our lower-cost power production and electricity purchases support hundreds of thousands of jobs throughout the state. Our business customers range from Fortune 100 giants competing in international markets to small manufacturing or service firms that are vital to local economies.

We sell power to government agencies; to community-owned electric systems and rural electric cooperatives; to job-producing companies; to private utilities for resale—without profit—to their customers; and to neighboring states, under federal requirements.

For more information, visit www.nypa.gov. Social Terms of Use: bit.ly/3FpLzmg

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
White Plains, NY
Year Founded
1931
Website
nypa.gov
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