Trades Specialist (Electrician)

NY HELP No

Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

Title Trades Specialist (Electrician)

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade 12

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $50425 to $61548 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Cattaraugus

Street Address Allegany State Park - Regional Maintenance

8998 ASP Route 3

City Salamanca

State NY

Zip Code 14779

Duties Description Under the supervision of the Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor, SG-18, or designee, the incumbent will perform multiple tasks on low and high voltage systems including, but not limited to, the following:• Diagnose and repair electrical system malfunctions. • Test electrical equipment for safety and efficiency. • Install fixtures, motors, and electrical equipment. • Inspect circuits and wiring. • Rewire systems. • Plan, lay out and wire new installations; measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit. • Plan or modify installations consistent with specifications and electrical codes. • Supervise and instruct others in the repair, maintenance and installation of electrical systems and equipment, as assigned. • Operate the region's bucket truck, tracked truck, and Timberjack digger derrick, and work on high voltage distribution systems.• Perform medium to heavy labor as part of daily tasks.

Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience in the electrical trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program, or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in the electrical trade at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; OR successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Electrician) traineeship or a two-year electrician training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program* such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program. *Successful completion of the traineeship and the training 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. Course work must be completed with an average of “C” or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.**If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)*** that allows the candidate to legally operate commercial vehicles in New York State or obtain one within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.• Must have knowledge and experience working with high voltage distribution systems; building and repairing distribution lines; and powerline maintenance.• Must become certified in Municipal Electric Utilities Association of New York State (MEUA) Lineman Apprenticeship Program as a term and condition of employment.• Must be able to operate, or learn how to operate, a bucket truck, tracked truck, and Timberjack digger derrick within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.• Must be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays, and/or evening shifts.• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.• Must be physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. ***Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The candidate is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.BENEFITS:Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:• Paid Time Off:• 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. • Health Care Benefits:• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost• Additional Benefits:• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership• NYS Deferred Compensation• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• Paid Parental Leave To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Paula Barber

Telephone

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 2373 ASP Route 1, Suite 3

City Salamanca

State NY

Zip Code 14779

Notes on Applying All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by 08/30/2026 and submitted via email to [email protected]. You must include Trades Specialist (Electrician) – Regional Maintenance” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service, and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. We provide reasonable and religious accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to the Equal Opportunity Unit at [email protected] or (518) 486-7754.Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.