Master Electrician at Rochester Housing Authority

Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Motor Repair, Switch Gear Maintenance, VFD Troubleshooting, Diesel Generator Operation, Conduit Installation, Preventive Maintenance, Electrical Efficiency Evaluation, National Electrical Code Compliance, PLC Troubleshooting, RTU Systems, Training Subordinates, HVAC Systems Assistance, Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control Systems, Video Surveillance Systems, Inventory Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Installs, maintains, and repairs single and multi-phase motors, starters, switch gear, variable frequency motor drives (VFD), transformers, wiring, and battery backup equipment. Motors range in size from fractional horsepower 110 vac units to 440 volt 3 phase 200 h.p. VFD units; Maintains and operates large industrial size diesel driven generator (1200 KVA) pumps and smaller diesel and gas driven units; Installs conduits, race-ways, and associated wiring, including coaxial and other types of data highways for computerized systems; Establishes, implements, and maintains preventive maintenance schedules for electrical equipment at assigned locations; Evaluates system operation for electrical efficiency, and recommends equipment and operational changes to reduce energy costs; Insures compliance of electrical installations with the applicable sections of the National Electrical Codes and other local and state ordinances and acts in accordance with the City of Rochester General Municipal, Chapter 49 Electrical Ordinance, and the City of Rochester Electrical Safety Policy; Assists other technical staff and contract personnel in the programming, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumented systems, including remote terminal units (RTU's) and programmable logic controllers (PLC's); Assists and trains less experienced employees in complex electrical work; Assigns and inspects work of subordinates, ensures necessary safety precautions are taken, co-ordinates workers in the completion of each work assignment, and sets daily priorities; Assists HVAC personnel in maintenance of HVAC equipment and related automated systems; Maintains the electronic fire alarm, access control, and video surveillance systems, installing alarm systems or supervising installation; Services the electrical systems for widely scattered city facilities, transporting tools, supplies, and crew members; Keeps appropriate handwritten and electronic maintenance records; Requisitions electrical parts and supplies to maintain inventory adequate for continuous reliable operation of electrical systems; Assists in planning and design of new electrical and instrumentation systems. ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of National Electrical Code and related local and state ordinances; Knowledge of safety procedures and accident prevention methods relevant to the electrical trade; MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or Equivalent AND:Four (4) years of experience with medium and low voltage equipment, two (2) years of which must be as a Licensed Master Electrician. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1) Possession of current Master Electrician license issued by the City of Rochester at time of application.* 2) Possession of valid New York State Class D operator's license at time of appointment.* 3) Possession of a New York State Licensed Alarm Installer Certificate at time of appointment.* *Licensure for #1, #2, and #3 must be maintained throughout employment in this title.

Responsibilities

The Master Electrician installs, maintains, and repairs various electrical equipment including motors, switch gear, and VFDs, while also ensuring compliance with the National Electrical Codes and local ordinances. This role involves assisting technical staff with instrumented systems, training less experienced employees, and managing daily work assignments and priorities for subordinates.