Electrician

Responsibilities

Electricians are skilled professionals responsible for the installation, maintenance and repairs of various electrical equipment that keeps The Port Authority rolling. You will utilize your knowledge to work on projects related to generators, motors, fire alarm systems, toll equipment, traffic signals, control boxes and automatic electrical systems.  Electricians also grow their skills in a wide variety of duties involving schematic drawings, blueprints or rough sketches and may splice cables, install conduit, BX cable and similar types of electrical wiring.  Electricians may act on a lead capacity with one or more electrical helpers and will work at elevated heights from ladders and bucket trucks.

Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Three years journey-level commercial electrician work experience
• Valid driver's license
• Applicants must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the Air Brakes endorsement or higher. Applicants without a Class B CDL must obtain a Class B CDL Permit with endorsement before their first day of work and will be required to obtain a Class B CDL with one endorsement within three months of employment.

Applicants should refer to the following websites for further information on obtaining a CDL and medical clearance for CDL Licensing: http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Commercial/CommercialDriver.htm  OR http://www.nydmv.state.ny.us/cdl.htm

Shifts: The Port Authority is a 24-hour, 7 days-a-week operation.  Electricians work a 40-hour week, which may include nights, holidays, and responding to emergencies during off hours.  Electrician work at our various Port Authority facilities throughout the New York and New Jersey area.

Desired

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• Must be to troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and install motors, lighting systems, controllers, cables, conduit, etc.
• Skilled in working with high voltage electrical systems
• Knowledge of state and local electrical codes

Selection Process

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Selected qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a in the assessment process which consists of written and practical examinations.

Written Examination is designed to measure a candidate's knowledge in areas such as:

• Electrical Theory
• Electrical Codes
• Safety, Motors and Controls
• Electrical Equipment
• Troubleshooting and Repair
• Trade Mathematics.

Practical Examination The practical exam is designed to measure a candidate's knowledge in areas such as Working at Heights, Motor and Motor Controls, Alarm Panel Wiring, Installation of a 3-way/4-way Lighting Circuit, and EMT Bending.

Candidates who qualify on the practical exam will be eligible to be offered a position as they become available. Selected candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background check and will be asked to provide copies of the required licenses for verification.

Additional Information

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications for the Electrician level may be considered for the Trades Helper Electrician level. 

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

The Port Authority operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week all year round.  Electricians work a 40-hour week, which includes working rotating shifts, days, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays, and during inclement weather and emergencies.  Electricians work at our various Port Authority facilities throughout the NY/NJ area.

Starting Salary for:

• Electrician: $75,608 yearly/ $36.35 hourly rate. Electricians are eligible for annual step increases up to an annual salary of $115,778.00 (subject to collective bargaining agreement).
• Trades Helper Electrician: $46,930 yearly/ $22.56 hourly. Trade Helper Electricians are eligible for annual step increases up to an annual salary of $75,6605.00 (subject to collective bargaining agreement).