Master Electrician

Company Information:

Regional Transit Service (RTS) is a regional transit authority established by
New York State with more than 1,000 employees who proudly serve customers and
business partners in Monroe, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca,
Wayne, and Wyoming counties. Recognized as one of the best-run transit systems
in the nation, RTS partners with the community it serves to provide vital, safe,
and sustainable transportation services to nearly 8 million people each year. We
carry out our mission by connecting our customers to jobs, school, healthcare,
shopping, and recreational activities every day.

OVERVIEW:

The Master Electrician is primarily responsible for the maintenance and
installation of facilities electrical distribution systems and associated
electrical equipment. The candidate will be responsible for repairs and
improvements to electrical service and devices at RTS facilities in accordance
with all appropriate codes and regulations.

Secondary responsibilities include performing major and routine repairs
typically encountered in maintaining building and shop equipment at a
mass-transit facility. The candidate must also demonstrate a level of competency
in the general building trades, including carpentry, plumbing, masonry, concrete
finishing, and miscellaneous remodeling. The successful candidate will be
assigned to complete all tasks within the scope of RGRTA/RTS Buildings and
Grounds mechanical work.

COMPENSATION: $40.27 per hour.

Tentative

Work Hours:

Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Why you should join the RTS Team!

Consistent weekly pay
Career Longevity and opportunities for growth
Work/life balance. "Work to live, not live to work."
Job security. Public Transportation is a long-term solution to climate
change policy.
Cutting-edge internal technical training department. We support you.
Vehicles contain the latest technology. We provide the tools and equipment
to help you succeed.
Collaborative and positive work environment with a culture that promotes
your success. We focus on making you the best version of yourself!

Other great benefits include:

Excellent Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Top compensation and pension plan
Work boot & tool allowance
On-site 24/7 Fitness and Wellness Center
Deferred Compensation
Employee Assistance Program (Counseling, Health Advocacy, Financial & Legal
Consultation, Health Coaching, Virtual Concierge, Discounts)
Well-Being Program
Culture & Inclusion Council

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards,
defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance
with codes.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could
be hazardous.
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring,
equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters,
and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures,
based on job specifications and local codes.
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring
and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment,
measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes,
ammeters, and test lamps.
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and
power tools.
Work from ladders, scaffolds, powered lifts, and roofs to install, maintain
or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or
other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to
complete circuits between boxes.
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches
or outlets.
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit
and moving and lifting heavy objects.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a full set of tools to perform all jobs assigned.
Must be able to lift at least 75 lbs.
A valid NYS driver's license and clean driving record required.
Must obtain a New York State CDL Class B permit with passenger and air
brake endorsement prior to start date.
Current license as a Master Electrician (Three-phase) issued by the City of
Rochester Electrical Examining Board

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Candidate must have met all requirements as listed above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

The ability to assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or
electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand
tools and power tools
The ability to diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components,
using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and
correct the problem
Proficient computer skills, including basic Microsoft…