Trades Specialist (Electrician)

Required Qualifications: Per Civil Service Standards and Specifications. 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. Candidate must be able to perform the physical tasks of the position such as bending, lifting/moving up to 50 pounds, stretching and climbing. Must have the ability to work in confined spaces and from a ladder, scaffolding or man lift over ten feet in height. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”).

Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED. Maintenance experience with electrical systems in a large commercial or institutional setting.

Brief Description of Duties: The Trades Specialist (Electrician) will be responsible for performing maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, installation and repair of campus electrical systems. Must consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of University assets and employees. Physically able to work from ladders, scaffolds, man-lifts and boom trucks. Ability to work outside in all different types of weather conditions. Ability to work overtime and respond to campus electrical outages during the off hours. This position also supports the HVAC Department.

• Inspect electrical systems and equipment to identify hazards, defects, and the need for repair, and to ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code. Plans layout and install and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment. This position will also support the HVAC Department will all electrical needs.
• Test, adjusts, calibrates, and maintains a wide variety of control equipment, including central heating plant controls’ building heating, air conditioning, and ventilating equipment; and for a wide variety of other equipment and systems. Must consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of the University assets and employees. Detect hazards and needs for adjustments or replacements.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair various types of indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, 120 volt to 277 volt.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using a test device such as a multimeter. Installs controls and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels.
• Understanding and proficient in safe work practices, including LOTO (lockout / Tagout), fall protection, and personal protection equipment.
• Plan, layout and Install conduit, junction boxes and all other electrical hardware necessary for conductor distribution.
• Using the knowledge of the National Electrical Code and NFPA-70E, read and review drawings, blueprints, and campus standards.
• Install and maintain motors, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment.
• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
  
  

Special Notes: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Evening Shift, Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Mandatory rehire roster candidates have preference. SG 12 Hiring Rate $50,425. This position includes location pay of $4,000 per year.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

Seniority for promotion is the length of service in the Operational Services Bargaining Unit. Seniority applies to vacant non-competitive class positions in salary grades higher than the applicants grade. Applicants must meet the posted qualifications/job requirements, legitimate operating needs of the department and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.

At time of submission, candidates must include all relevant work experience and training/education information. Submissions failing to do so, will not be considered.

Upon conditional offer, the State Classified Appointments Unit will ask for proof of relevant experience or training/education.

Time and attendance, past evaluations, disciplinary history and the ability to perform the physical and supervisory aspects of this position will be considered as part of the selection process. Verifiable proof of credentials as stated above are the responsibility of the applicant. Please be prepared to document proof of qualifications with application.

• Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of official start date.
  
  

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Official Job Title

Trades Specialist (Electrician)

Job Field

Skilled Trades

Primary Location

US-NY-Stony Brook

Department/Hiring Area

Operations Administration

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Start Date

Sep 29, 2025

Posting End Date

Oct 13, 2025, 8:59:00 PM

Salary

Hiring Rate $50,425 per year

Appointment Type

Permanent

Salary Grade

SG12

SBU Area

Stony Brook University