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Electrician

Department of Transportation • Full-time • New York, New York State, United States • 3m ago

Electrician

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Posted On: 04/03/2026

Full-Time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

Exam May Be Required

Department

Tf. Eng./Elect Shop

Salary Range:

$480.97 – $480.97

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Job Description

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of an Electrician or be reachable on the Open Competitive Electrician Exam #3029.

The Division of Traffic Operations is seeking a skilled and dedicated electrician to join our Electrical Operations Unit. This role involves working under supervision to install, repair, and maintain high- and low-tension electrical systems that support lighting, heating, power, and communications across buildings, structures, and highways.

Key Responsibilities:

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring systems, traffic signals, surveillance cameras, controllers, and related equipment in compliance with the NYC Electrical Code, pertinent plans, specifications, and job orders.
Conduct diagnostic tests to identify faults and perform necessary repairs on existing installations.
May serve as a field representative to resolve construction-related electrical issues in city facilities and external infrastructure.
May be required to collaborate with contractors employed by the city on large-scale multi-million dollar projects, documenting the construction processes and infrastructure to ensure that a complete and accurate record exists for future projects and maintenance.
Interpret specifications to order electrical equipment and supplies, including video and fiber optic components

Work Location: To Be Determined

Hours/Shift: 35 Hours/Shift TBD

All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the JOB ID #: 772453
Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for JOB ID #: 772453
No phone calls, faxes, or personal inquiries permitted.
Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Most public libraries have computers available for use.
Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.
For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.

ELECTRICIAN - 91717

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of test and fiber splicing equipment, including but not limited to OTDR and fusion splicer. Possess outside plant experience, which includes cable splicing and pulling within the ECS manhole system in Manhattan. Certification in fiber optic splicing. Working knowledge of the citywide video platform, such as Genetic, is desirable. Experienced in large data center HAVC systems operation, maintenance, and repair, and installation are mandatory. Both water-cooled and Freon-type systems. Experienced in large data center fiber optic networks, both inside the plant and outside. Experienced with Video Networks and Video Distribution Systems. Experienced in Intelligent Transportation Systems, including Video Detection, Microwave Sensors, and EZ-Pass tag readers. Journeyman level with Data Center electrical, including a good working knowledge of battery backup systems, Flywheel backup systems, and large diesel generating systems in excess of 1 megawatt. Experienced in both loaded and unloaded testing and general maintenance of power backup systems. Experienced in real-world blackout conditions operating on backup power for days. Experienced with Traffic Signal Maintenance and Construction. Experience with Municipal Street Light. Traffic Signal Control experience is a plus. In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of an Electrician or be reachable on the Open Competitive Electrician Exam #3029.

55a Program

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.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

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.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

772453

Posted until

04/15/2026

Title code

91717

Civil service title

ELECTRICIAN

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title