Electrician 'A'-Syracuse New York

Electrician 'A'-Syracuse New York

Exercise judgment to plan and perform all work in the layout, installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical equipment of low, and medium voltage.

An advanced knowledge of the electrical trade equivalent to complete accredited apprentice training. At least three years additional practical experience. A valid driver's license; must have the ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. Must provide own hand tools including pliers, screwdrivers, wire cutters, allen wrenches, channel locks, rule, etc.

Troubleshoot, diagnose problems and repair or replace component parts. Repair or replace transformers, switch gear, power centers and associated control equipment, starters, motors, and power and lighting distribution systems, instruments and meters, etc. Run conduit and wiring for various installations. Work from blueprints, schematic diagrams, determine material for jobs and order from distributor etc.

Standing 65% – 90% of the shift
• Frequent bending at the waist; able to bend to below the knee (50% – 80% of shift)
• Frequent stooping and/or crouching (50% – 80% of shift)
• Frequent twisting and bending of head, neck, and torso (75% – 95% of shift)
• Full range of arm movement (extension, twisting, and bending of arm and shoulder, reaching overhead, etc. (50% – 95%)
• Visual and cognitive capability sufficient to troubleshoot and diagnose problems and make repairs; able to read and interpret blueprints
• Wrist and finger dexterity sufficient to use and operate a variety of hand tools, run wiring etc.
• May need to work on a ladder, scaffolds, bucket truck, or at other elevated heights
• Able to drive vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions
• Able to climb up into and down from truck cab
• May be required to work in tight spaces
• Able to work in extreme heat and cold
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• May be exposed to dust strong odors, chemicals, oils and solvents

Use a variety of hand tools including hand tools, silica power tools and benders. Work from ladders scaffolds, bucket truck, confined spaces including manholes. The employee is required to provide their own hand tools including pliers, screwdrivers, wire cutters, channel,locks, tape measures, etc.