Maintenance Assistant (Electrical Shop)

The State University of New York; Town of New Paltz (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The State University of New York is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for the Electrical Shop. This role involves assisting electricians with electrical tasks, including repairs and installations. Candidates must have at least two years of relevant experience and meet certain qualifications. Working hours are from 7:30 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under supervision.
• Completion of NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians in repairing, maintaining, and installing electrical systems.
• Support in measuring, cutting, bending, and threading electrical conduit.
• Perform basic testing and report readings to electrician.

Education

Completion of appropriate two-year technical school course

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Job Details

SUNY New Paltz Vacancy

External Posting (Classified Service)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Facilities - Operations

Budget Title: Maintenance Assistant (Electrical Shop)

Local Title: Maintenance Assistant 7:30am-4pm Monday-Friday

Posting Date: May 29, 2025

Classification: SG-9 $42,641

Duties: � Assist electricians in repairing, maintaining, and installing electrical systems and equipment.

• Carry, organize, and set up tools, materials, and equipment at job sites.
• Help install wiring, fixtures, switches, outlets, and electrical panels under supervision.
• Support in measuring, cutting, bending, and threading electrical conduit.
• Aid in identifying malfunctioning components and replacing fuses, bulbs, and basic parts.
• Perform basic testing using meters (under direction) and report readings to electrician.
• Clean and prepare work areas
• ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Fetch materials, prepare work surfaces, and keep worksite organized.
• Observe and learn proper use of tools, materials, and codes relevant to electrical work.
• Regularly assist in tasks involving 120V to 480V systems and must follow all safety protocols.
• May also assist with work involving high-voltage systems up to 13,200 volts, under close supervision and strict safety guidelines.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the trade or trades to which assigned.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, manuals, and blueprints.
• Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment, and materials of the trade or trades to which assigned.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
  
  

Please Refer To The Job Standard For More Details

https://www.cs.ny.gov/tsplan/tsp_getpage.cfm?specCode=7202000F

Qualifications: Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

• Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate 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. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.

Candidates must meet the posting qualifications required, meet the legitimate operating needs of the department or agency and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.

Contact Information: Deadline: June 8, 2025

Application Procedure: Those interested in applying for this position should submit a current resume and cover letter stating how they qualify for the position: State University of New York at New Paltz-Attn: Human Resources-1 Hawk Drive New Paltz, NY 12561

Fax: [phone] or send by e-mail: [e-mail]

Please include Search #C25-34 with all application materials. Human Resources will canvass the appropriate Civil Service List.

NOTE: Employees on Redeployment Lists, Agency Reduction Transfer Lists, Preferred Lists, Reemployment Rosters and Placement Rosters must first be canvassed.

Deadline: June 8, 2025

Other important information about this vacancy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity or protected veteran status. We especially encourage applications from individuals who can bring diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives and experiences to the campus. The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer. If you need a disability related accommodation, please call Human Resources at 845-257-3164.

Web Site: https://www.newpaltz.edu/hr/jobs.html

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