Under general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for calibration, repair and maintenance of high voltage equipment. The incumbent inspects and evaluates the causes of equipment failures. Supervision may be exercised over Maintenance Mechanics and/or Instrumentation Technicians.
- Does related work as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspects, calibrates and maintains 480-4160 volt switchgears and control relays;
- Calibrates the breakers of 13,000-volt substation feeders;
- Inspects and maintains all controls and switchgears for an emergency generator;
- Evaluates the causes of equipment failure; prepares related reports;
- Supervises Maintenance Mechanics in the repair of motors and installation of electrical fixtures;
- Supervises the repair of electronic circuit boards.
Benefits For You Now And Your Future
- Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pension
- Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
- Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.
Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.
- This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
- Sponsorship is not available for this role
Starting Salary: $59,038 to $95,918
OPEN COMPETITIVE
(a) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, with a Master Electrician License issued by the Suffolk County Department of Consumer Affairs, and three (3) years of experience which must have been in the installation, repair, maintenance or trouble-shooting of high voltage equipment;
OR
(b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and seven (7) years of experience in the installation, repair, maintenance or trouble-shooting of electronic, electromechanical or electrical monitoring equipment, including three (3) years of experience which must have been in the installation, repair, maintenance or trouble-shooting of high voltage equipment.
ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS:
- Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles and practices
- Comprehensive knowledge of safety procedures for high voltage operations
- Thorough knowledge of the use of electrical tools and testing instruments
- Thorough knowledge of the design of instrumentation and motor control systems
- Skill in the use of electrical tools and testing instruments
- Ability to prepare accurate reports
- Ability to supervise employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:
- Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
- We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
- We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.
Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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