Trades Specialist; Electrician

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages 17,300 diverse students in eight schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

The following vacancy exists in the classified service and may require eligibility from a competitive civil service list.

Vacancy #: WF250485, WF250096

Apply by: February 2, 2026

Location: Electrical Shop (Facilities Management)

Grade: CSEA SG-12

Hours: Monday thru Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Pass Days Saturday/Sunday)

Minimum Qualifications: Non-competitive:
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 class room 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.

A completed application is required to be considered for this position. All applicants must meet at least one of the above requirements. Any applications received that do not meet at least one of the above requirements will be deemed ineligible.

• Ability to install, test and maintain card reader / door access systems preferred
• Experience with 13 KV switch gear and motor and motor control diagnostics preferred
• Ability to test and maintain Emergency Lighting Systems, including Generators and UPS Systems
• Install control and electrical distribution including wiring, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
• Ability to work overtime as required for emergencies and special campus events
• Willingness to be trained in and utilize best management practices for hazardous materials handling / disposal, confined space entry, fall protection, use of scaffolding and other occupational safety training
• Experience in supervision / leading a crew for project work preferred
• Valid NYS Driver's License required

• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.

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