Facility Electrical Technician (D5)

AgUpdate; City of Albany (NY); In loco; USD 58.000 - 69.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

NY Creates is seeking a Facilities Electrical Technician to maintain electrical distribution, fire alarm, security, HVAC controls, and facility infrastructure for cleanroom and office operations. The role emphasizes reliable preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and involvement with advanced facility systems.

The position operates on a Day shift (Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM) with a salary range of $42.00–$50.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Competenze

• Four years of an apprenticeship as an Electrician.
• Five years of continuous experience as a Journeyman Electrician.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment.
• Proficiency in the use of electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and similar equipment while utilizing required PPE.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to provide off-shift coverage as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance management software (CMMS).
• Valid New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Mansioni

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical distribution systems, equipment, and controls.
• Maintain and support medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, transformers, circuit breakers, and related infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and control system issues using standard testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Support facility systems, including fire alarm, security, HVAC controls, and other building automation systems.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure reliable facility operations.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
• Respond to facility alarms, equipment failures, and emergency maintenance situations as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Support departmental projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Electrical distribution systems

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

PPE usage

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Formazione

Electrician apprenticeship

Journeyman Electrician

Strumenti

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

About NY Creates:

NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of approximately $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.

Job Description:

Position Summary, Facility Electrical Technician

Join our team as a Facilities Electrical Technician and play a critical role in keeping our campus running safely and efficiently. In this hands-on position, you'll maintain and troubleshoot electrical distribution systems, fire alarm, security, HVAC controls, and facility infrastructure that support cleanroom and office operations. You'll help drive reliability through preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, and emergency response while contributing to advanced facility systems including automation, process, water treatment, and waste treatment operations. This essential role is ideal for a skilled technician who thrives on solving complex challenges and making a direct impact every day.

Shift: Day 5 (Monday - Friday; 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical distribution systems, equipment, and controls.
• Maintain and support medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, transformers, circuit breakers, and related infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and control system issues using standard testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Support facility systems, including fire alarm, security, HVAC controls, and other building automation systems.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure reliable facility operations.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
• Respond to facility alarms, equipment failures, and emergency maintenance situations as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Support departmental projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications, Facility Electrical Technician

• Minimal of (4) years of an apprenticeship as an Electrician.
• Five (5) years of continuous experience as a Journeyman Electrician.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment.
• Proficiency in the use of electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and similar equipment while utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to provide off-shift coverage as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance management software.
• Valid New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Preferred Qualifications, Facility Electrical Technician

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting fire alarm, security, and HVAC control systems.
• Experience working with medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems in an industrial, manufacturing, or campus environment.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards and best practices, including NFPA 70E and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Experience providing off-shift or emergency maintenance support.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively supporting a team-oriented environment.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Competitive Pay and PTO Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts Basic / Optional Life Insurance Post-Retirement Health Insurance Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service. Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location:

257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range:

$42.00 - $50.00/hour

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.

For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies.

The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion.

Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.