The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Water Supply seeks to hire an Electrician with the Water Treatment Operations’ South Directorate, inclusive of Hillview Reservoir, Jerome Park Reservoir, and the Croton Filtration Plant. The Electrician will perform work on the installation, repair and maintenance of high or low-tension electrical systems for light, heat, power and communications in or on buildings, structures and highways. They will install, repair, replace and maintain electric wiring systems and components, equipment and apparatus in or on buildings and structures in accordance with the New York City Electrical Code, pertinent plans, specifications and job orders. The Electrician will install, repair, replace, and maintain electric wiring and equipment; install conduits, raceways and electrical conductors; conduct tests on existing installations to determine faults and make necessary repairs. When the Electrician is assigned to a position requiring a Special Electrician License, they will obtain permits for electrical work to be performed; conduct and/or witness tests on electrical wiring systems, equipment and/or appliances; prepare applications, reports, notices and other documents; prepare required sketches, drawings and layouts; and keep job and other records. The Electrician, in the temporary absence of the supervisor, may perform the duties of that position which includes supervising assigned personnel and driving motor vehicles.

Some of the physical activities performed by Electricians and environmental conditions experienced are: reading meters and instruments in dimly lit areas; climbing and descending ladders; working in areas of hot temperatures and poor ventilation; using both hands to work overhead; using hand held tools to prepare wires and conduit for installation; carrying tools and equipment up and down stairs; and distinguishing colors.

Special Working Conditions: Electricians may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

(This is a brief description of what you might do in this position and does not include all the duties of this position.)

Medical Requirements: Candidates will be required to wear a respirator while performing the essential functions of this job within certain designated areas requiring respiratory protection. Employees must be physically able to wear a respirator. OSHA regulations have established medical guidelines for wearing a respirator; therefore, candidates will be required to have pre-appointment and periodic post-appointment medical examinations to demonstrate that they meet applicable OSHA standards and to monitor their medical status. Once hired, employees must continue to satisfy OSHA regulations for the duration of their employment.

1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician; or

2. At least three years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician and sufficient full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician's helper or apprentice electrician or education in the electrical or electronic field acquired in an approved trade, technical school or vocational high school or college or university to make up the equivalent of the remaining experience. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 credits, from an accredited college or university, for one year of experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of such helper or apprentice experience, or education in an approved trade or technical school or vocational high school in the electrical or electronic field. Less than a full year of helper or apprentice experience, or relevant education, will receive prorated credit.

3. License Requirements

For appointment to certain positions, candidates will be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

For assignment as a special electrician, candidates must possess and maintain the license(s) and/or certificate(s) required to perform these duties.

A Motor Vehicle Driver’s license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. All candidates shall be required to obtain and maintain any license or licenses necessary to perform the duties of the position.

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This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

100 Central Park Avenue
Yonkers, NY 10704

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.