Location: Knowlesville,NY, USA
Four years of full-time experience* in the electrical trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program, or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in the electrical trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; OR successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Electrician) traineeship or a two-year electrician training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program* such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program. *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 course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. Course work 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.When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience. Duties Description Under the direction of the Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor or designee (Supervising Electrician), the incumbent will perform multiple tasks on low and high voltage systems including:•Diagnosing and repairing electrical system malfunctions; •Testing electrical equipment for safety and efficiency; •Installing fixtures, motors, and electrical equipment; •Inspecting circuits and wiring; •Rewiring systems; •Plans, lays out and wires new installations; measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles and installs electrical conduit; etc.;•Plans or modifies installations consistent with specifications and electrical codes;•As assigned, supervise and instruct others in the repair, maintenance and installation of electrical systems and equipment; •Operating the region's bucket truck, tracked truck, and Timberjack Digger Derrick, and will be required to work on Allegany Region's high voltage distribution systems;•Performing medium to heavy manual labor as part of daily tasks;•Communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:•Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)* that allows the candidate to legally operate commercial vehicles in New York State or obtain one within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.•Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.•Must have knowledge and experience working with high voltage distribution systems; building and repairing distribution lines; and powerline maintenance.•Must become certified in Municipal Electric Utilities Association of New York State (MEUA) Lineman Apprenticeship Program as a term and condition of employment.•Must be able to operate, or learn how to operate, a bucket truck, tracked truck, and Timberjack Digger Derrick within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.•Must be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and/or evening shifts.•Must be reliable, flexible, and willing to work in a team setting.*Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:Paid Time Off:•44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. Health Care Benefits:•Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.•Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional Benefits:•New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership•NYS Deferred Compensation•Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds•Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)•Paid Parental Leave Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Paula Barber Telephone Fax Email Address ...@parks.ny.gov AddressStreet Allegany State Park 2373 ASP Rt. 1 City Salamanca State NY Zip Code 14779 Notes on Applying If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency's operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region's administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at Employment Regions - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (www.parks.ny.gov/employment). Please forward your application and resume to: Paula Barber, Allegany State Park 2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. 3 Salamanca, NY 14779or by email: ...@parks.ny.gov.It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.