Electrician

Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation in New York City is seeking skilled electricians to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems across buildings and highways, supporting traffic signals, cameras, and related infrastructure.

Role involves field work, coordination with contractors, and ensuring compliance with city codes. Requires extensive electrical experience and a valid NY driver license. Residency and 55-a program info provided in postings.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician; or at least three years plus related education/experience in electrical field to equal the required experience.
• License requirements: NY driver license or equivalent for certain duties.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring systems and related equipment for lighting, power, and communications.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify faults and perform repairs.
• Serve as field representative to resolve electrical issues in city facilities and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with contractors on large-scale projects and document construction processes.
• Order electrical equipment and supplies based on specifications.

Skills

Fiber testing

Fiber splicing

OSP experience

ITS familiarity

Tools

Genetec

Video networks

Battery backup systems

EZ Pass sensors

Job description

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Electrician, or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the Open Competitive Electrician Exam #3029.

Transit Development (TD) is responsible for developing public transit-supportive street infrastructure and policies in order to improve mobility for all New Yorkers. The unit manages the bus-related components of the NYC Streets Plan, including the Better Buses and transit policy initiatives, and develops location-specific projects to help the quality and safety of bus operations and to improve pedestrian access to transit. TD also serves as a resource to the agency on public transit-related matters, including acting as one of the key points of contact with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).

The Division of Traffic Operations is seeking skilled and dedicated electricians to join our Electrical Operations Unit. This role involves working under supervision to install, repair, and maintain high- and low-tension electrical systems that support lighting, heating, power, and communications across buildings, structures, and highways. Electricians also play a critical role in supporting the NYC Streets Plan by ensuring the reliability and functionality of electrical infrastructure that enables transit and street improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring systems, traffic signals, surveillance cameras, controllers, and related equipment in compliance with the NYC Electrical Code, pertinent plans, specifications, and job orders.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify faults and perform necessary repairs on existing installations.
• May serve as a field representative to resolve construction-related electrical issues in city facilities and external infrastructure.
• May be required to collaborate with contractors employed by the city on large-scale multi-million-dollar projects, documenting the construction processes and infrastructure to ensure that a complete and accurate record exists for future projects and maintenance.
• Interpret specifications to order electrical equipment and supplies, including video and fiber optic components.

Some assignments may require a driver's license. Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of appointment in this position.

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents.

ELECTRICIAN - 91717

Minimum Qualifications

1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician; or
2. 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.
3. 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

• Knowledge of fiber testing and splicing equipment, including but not limited to OTDR and fusion splicers.
• Experience with outside plant (OSP) work, including cable splicing and cable pulling within the ECS manhole system in Manhattan.
• Certification in fiber optic splicing.
• Working knowledge of the citywide video platform, including systems such as Genetec (preferred).
• Experience in large data center HVAC systems operation, maintenance, repair, and installation including both water cooled and Freon type systems (required).
• Experience with large data center fiber optic networks, both inside plant and outside plant.
• Experience with video networks and video distribution systems.
• Experience with Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), including video detection, microwave sensors, and EZ Pass tag readers.
• Journeyman level experience with data center electrical systems, including strong working knowledge of battery backup systems, flywheel backup systems, and large diesel generators in excess of 1 megawatt.
• Experience performing both loaded and unloaded testing and general maintenance of power backup systems.
• Experience operating facilities during real world blackout conditions, including extended operation on backup power.
• Experience with Traffic Signal Maintenance and Construction.
• Experience with Municipal Street Lighting.
• Traffic Signal Control experience is a plus.

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.