Canal Maintenance Specialist (Electrician)
Reporting to the Canal Maintenance Supervisor 2 (Operations), Canal Section Superintendent, and/or the Transportation Maintenance Engineer (Waterways), the duties of the requested position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs skilled work at the journey-level in the maintenance, repair and installation of canal floating plant and building electrical systems and equipment.
- Plans layout and installs and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.
- Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels.
- Installs, maintains, and repairs generators, motors, lighting, signal systems, and electrical equipment.
- Repairs and tests electrical work and devices.
- Repairs and maintains signal controls, lights, pumping equipment, signs, oil burners and other mechanisms.
- Acts as a trouble shooter on electrical repairs.
- Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of all components using standard instruments.
- Conducts a program of preventative maintenance.
- Maintains navigation lighting systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge and understanding of AC/DC power.
- A valid Commercial Driver's License appropriate to the type of vehicles and equipment operated may be required.
The New York State Canal Corporation offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Health Benefits
- Additional Benefits
The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism and agriculture.