C260022 - Maintenance Assistant Electrician - Electric ...

NY HELP No Agency University at Buffalo Title C260022 - Maintenance Assistant Electrician - Electric Shop Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade 09 Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $42641 to $42641 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 8 AM To 4:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Erie Street Address XXX City Buffalo State NY Zip Code 14214 Duties Description Position Summary: The Facilities department at the University at Buffalo invites applicants for our Maintenance Assistant Electrical position. The incumbent must possess basic knowledge of electrical equipment and systems. Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in the safe use of hand and power tools.Key responsibilities include:u2022 Properly use material, tools and equipment associated with the electrical trade, including standard hand tools, portable power tools, measuring and testing instruments and shop equipmentu2022 Installation of conduit, panels and wire to NEC specificationsu2022 Routine maintenance on light fixtures, outlets and switchesu2022 Project work with Trades Specialist Electricians, Maintenance Helpers, Laborers and other unskilled workersu2022 Assist with the installation, repair and constructions tasks in the electrical tradesu2022 Assist journey level trades to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical systemsu2022 Function as a lead worker over Maintenance Helpers or Laborersu2022 Performs the routine tasks of the electrical tradeLearn more:u2022 Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.u2022 Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: To qualify for this position, you must have one or more of the following:u2022 Two years of full-time experience in maintenance electrical or electrical work under the supervision of a skilled trades-personu2022 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 Programu2022 An equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.u2022 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.u2022 When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driveru2019s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.Departmental Operation Needs:The successful candidate:u2022 Must communicate well with other employeesu2022 Must possess and have demonstrated positive customer service skillsu2022 Must be able to understand and follow written and/or oral instructionsu2022 Must be able to communicate well with the entire campus community and demonstrate a willingness to provide customer service and support when advised of problems and equipment malfunctionsu2022 Properly use equipment, material and tools in a safe and professional manneru2022 Read diagrams, blueprints, motor and generator diagramsu2022 Have a basic understanding of electrical systemsu2022 Incumbent of this position must be willing and able to respond to after hour calls resulting from equipment and system failures that may arise at any time of day or any day of the week. The incumbent may be required to work during adverse weather conditions to ensure continuous operation of all electrical systems.Physical Demands:You will be working around electrical equipment, gas fired equipment, pressure vessels, and other systems in conditions that could be hazardous if industry best practices and safety procedures are not followed. The successful candidate must be able to work safely and proficiently on this equipment and in this environment at any time of day or week.u2022 Must be able to position self to perform tasks that require bending, twisting, or accessing equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements, and crawlspaces.u2022 Must be able to ascend/descend ladders and work atop ladders or scaffolding when servicing equipment.u2022 Must be able to move, transport, and position items or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.u2022 Must be able to move about in a variety of industrial environments, including confined spaces and locations where air monitoring may be required.u2022 Must be able to work around loud, noisy, dusty, or dirty environments.u2022 Must be able to remain in a stationary position and move/traverse throughout the facility, as tasks require.u2022 Must be able to reach, push, and pull materials and equipment.u2022 Must be able to communicate and exchange information with coworkers, supervisors, and others to ensure safe and accurate completion of work.u2022 Must be able to detect, observe, and inspect equipment and surroundings to identify potential hazards or required maintenance.u2022 The candidate must be able to perform the physical demands of the position as outlined in the Position Summary.Preferred Qualifications:u2022 Must be a quick learner and exhibit self-motivational skillsu2022 Adequate ability to discern colors for monitoring alarm conditionsu2022 Strong team mentalityu2022 Willing to earn technical certificationu2019s, relevant training, or other documentation that illustrates depth in this tradeu2022 Understand and execute safe work practices and proceduresu2022 Demonstrate applicable institutional knowledge and practices of the campuses and its operation Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Mitchell Kish Telephone 716-517-1139 Fax Email Address Address Street XXX City Buffalo State NY Zip Code 14214 Notes on Applying Applications for this position will only be accepted online. To apply, please visit:

Created: 2026-03-12