Job Description

Maintains the New York Power Authority's SENY region low and medium voltage electrical distribution systems and associated electrical system following required safety protocols. Possesses a strong understanding of electrical controls and schematics to test and troubleshoot complex electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs and monitors the performance of electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, and or replacement.
• Repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits using appropriate tools and testing instruments.
• Able to correctly fabricate and install conduits, electrical panels, pull wires and test systems.
• Maintains low and medium voltage switchgear and controls; may repair and maintain motor control centers and programmable logic controls.
• Troubleshoots, tests, and inspects complex electrical systems.
• Performs Protective Relay System maintenance.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Reads, employs, and updates electrical panel schedules, control drawings, and building schematics.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of low and medium voltage systems, equipment, substations, and primary power distribution.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code, NFPA-70E, OSHA 10-30, and the National Electrical Safety Code.
• Ability to use appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment to repair, install, replace, and test medium and low voltage electrical circuits and equipment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical controls, industrial motor control centers.
• Ability to read industrial electrical blueprints and apply NEC, NFPA-70A, NESC, and OSHA 10-30 through the full range of industrial maintenance and construction work.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to install and maintain motors, welding equipment, lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers, and transformers as appropriate to the position.
• Ability to isolate and repair defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.
  

Education, Experience and Certifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Certification: OSHA High Voltage Certificate or Equivalent; OSHA 30 Training required.
• NYC Journeyman Electrician license is preferred.
• NYC Master Electrician License is preferred.
  

Physical Requirements

Hiring Manager: Maximo Montero
Department: Power Supply
Grade Level:

Hourly rates for union-represented employees are collectively bargained by the New York Power Authority and UWUA. The negotiated pay rate for this position is $61.53 per hour.

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