Electrician

Summary

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. #LI-GN1

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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