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Trades Specialist (Electrician)/Trades Specialist (Electrician) Trainee

Byrne Dairy, New York, NY, United States


Job Title: Trades Specialist (Electrician)/Trades Specialist (Electrician) Trainee

Location: 9052 River Road, Pho, NY 13135 (Onondaga County)

Employment Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Salary Range: $23.66 to $32.98 hourly

Workweek: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 40 hours per week (no flex‑time, overtime, compressed week, or telecommuting)

Responsibilities

Perform skilled work at the journey‑level in the maintenance, repair and installation of canal floating plant and building electrical systems and equipment.

Plan layout and install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.

Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels.

Install, maintain, and repair generators, motors, lighting, signal systems, and electrical equipment.

Repair and test electrical work and devices.

Repair and maintain signal controls, lights, pumping equipment, signs, oil burners and other mechanisms.

Act as a troubleshooter on electrical repairs.

Test continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components using standard instruments.

Conduct a program of preventative maintenance.

Maintain navigation lighting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge and understanding of AC/DC power.

Valid Commercial Driver’s License appropriate to the type of vehicles and equipment operated, may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of full‑time experience in the electrical trade under a skilled tradesperson, equivalent to an apprenticeship or similar program; OR successful completion of the two‑year Trades Specialist (Electrician) traineeship or a two‑year electrician training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program such as the NYS CSEA‑P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program.

Associate’s degree in electrical construction or related field encouraged for full performance level.

Successful completion of the NYS CSEA‑P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program (288 hours trade instruction, 45 each math/communications, 15 schematic reading).

Benefits

Holiday & Paid Time Off: 9 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays, up to 13 days paid vacation, 5 days personal leave, up to 13 days sick leave.

Health Benefits: NYSHIP health insurance, pre‑tax contribution program, dental and vision at no additional cost, opt‑out incentive, Flex Spending Account.

Additional Benefits: CSEA representation, Employee Assistance Program, professional development, PSLF qualification, NYS Employees’ Retirement System, NYS Deferred Compensation, and more.

EEO / Equal Opportunity The New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. We welcome applications from women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, and all others. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic characteristics, criminal record, or any other protected class. Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process for applicants with disabilities, pregnancy, religion, or domestic violence concerns.

Contact Phone: (518) 449‑6003

Email: Recruitment@canals.ny.gov

Application Submit cover letter and resume by April 30 2026 via email to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Include the subject line “Trades Specialist Electrician – Lysander” and the location.

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

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