ELECTRICIAN

Dept. of Homeless Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is seeking electricians to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in City facilities. Responsibilities include wiring, conduits, testing, and drawing layouts, with overtime and on-call work as needed.

Minimum qualifications include five years of electrician experience or three years plus related education, and NY driver license requirements for certain positions. Residency rules apply.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience as an electrician or three years plus related education.
• Education in electrical or electronic field with approved trade/technical school.
• Valid NY Motor Vehicle Driver License required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain electrical systems for buildings and structures.
• Install conduits, raceways and conductors; test and diagnose faults.
• Prepare sketches, drawings and layouts; maintain records.
• Overtime possible, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Electrical experience

Blueprints & schematics

Code compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Trade/technical school training in electrical

College credit substitution for experience

Tools

Electrical testing devices

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE ELECTRICIAN CIVIL SERVICE TITLE.

The New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is the largest organization in the United States dedicated to preventing and addressing homelessness. In partnership with other City Agencies and Nonprofit Organizations, DHS works to prevent homelessness before it begins, reduces street homelessness, provide temporary shelter, and connect individuals and families to stable housing all with a focus on accountability, empathy, and equity. DHS is committed to continuous improvement and employs innovative strategies to deliver high-quality services that support a swift transition from shelter to self-sufficiency. The agency manages hundreds of facilities and operates with a large team as well as a several billion-dollar budget to meet the diverse needs of New Yorkers experiencing homelessness. The Facilities and Logistics Division (F&L) is responsible for providing both direct and indirect maintenance and repair services to City owned and operated facilities using in-house skilled trade-workers, maintenance contracts and purchasing operation. F&L is responsible for monitoring DHS shelters as it relates to the maintenance of building systems. The F&L guides shelter staff on ways to improve facility conditions, and the goal of this unit is to ensure funds are being spent on preventive and general maintenance to avoid premature failure of building systems. The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is recruiting for three (3) Electricians who will:

• Perform work on the installation, repair and maintenance of high- or low-tension electrical systems for light, heat, power and communications in or on buildings and structures.
• Install, repair, replace and maintain electric wiring systems and components, equipment and apparatus in or on buildings and structures in accordance with the New York City Electrical Code, pertinent plans, specifications and job orders.
• Install conduits, raceways and electrical conductors; conduct tests on existing installations to determine faults and make necessary repairs.
• Conduct and/or witness tests on electrical wiring systems, equipment and/or appliances; prepare applications, reports, notices and other documents.
• Prepare required sketches, drawings and layouts; keep job and other records.
• In the temporary absence of the supervisor, may perform the duties of that position.
• Supervise assigned personnel and keeps job and other related records.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.
• Perform related work.

Hours/Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am – 3:30pm

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician; or
• At least three years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician and sufficient full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician's helper or apprentice electrician or education in the electrical or electronic field acquired in an approved trade, technical school or vocational high school or college or university to make up the equivalent of the remaining experience. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 credits, from an accredited college or university, for one year of experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of such helper or apprentice experience, or education in an approved trade or technical school or vocational high school in the electrical or electronic field. Less than a full year of helper or apprentice experience, or relevant education, will receive prorated credit.
• License Requirements

For appointment to certain positions, candidates will be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. For assignment as a special electrician, candidates must possess and maintain the license(s) and/or certificate(s) required to perform these duties.

Preferred Skills

• Valid Master Electrician License preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication.
• Proficient in using electrical tools, testing devices, and diagnostic equipment.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and emergency situations.
• Familiarity with the unique challenges and requirements of maintaining electrical systems in public shelters and facilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.