HEAD ELECTRICIAN (PERMANENT)

HEAD ELECTRICIAN (PERMANENT)

Salary

$62,556.48 - $72,996.48 Annually

Location

City Hall, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

POSTING

Department

BUFFALO SEWER AUTH

Opening Date

09/10/2026

Closing Date

9/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Fee

$0.00

• Description
• Benefits

RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.

FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)

Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Incumbents to a position in this class work as an Electrician at the skilled craft worker level performing the more skilled tasks of the trade. A position in this class is characterized by the responsibility for directing the work of skilled craft workers and helpers and participating in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical devices, instruments and equipment. Incumbents work under general direction however, considerable leeway is allowed for planning the details of the assignment and the tasks and methods used. Incumbents work independently when engaged in trouble-shooting in the field and may be on call in the event of a power failure or crisis situation. Supervision is exercised over the skilled craft workers and helpers.

Examples of work (Illustration Only)

Supervises and participates in the installation, maintenance and repair of all generating equipment, oil circuit breakers, transformers, switchboard equipment, lighting circuits and fixtures, etc.;

• maintains, lubricates, replaces, tests and relocates numerous high voltage synchronous motors and induction motors, electric cranes and high tension circuit breakers and transformer stations;

Investigates complaints of defective wiring or defects in any electrical apparatus;

• makes regular inspections of all electrical equipment;

Supervises and participates in the repair and maintenance of draft-fans, heating and ventilating equipment, voltage regulators, etc;

Inspects and approves work done by outside contractors;

Estimates materials and equipment needed for jobs;

Performs more complex and difficult repairs.

Re-routes high voltage power through a 'Loop' system;

Drives to and from work sites;

Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

PROMOTIONAL

Continuous and permanent status in any city department as an Electrician at the skilled craft worker level for one year.

Special Requirement:

Possession of a current NYS Driver's license, which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment.

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Candidates must meet one of the following:

(A) Successful Completion of an Apprenticeship Program Classifying as Skilled Tradesman -Electrician sponsored by New York State in conjunction with a local union, private contractor or employer and one year of full time experience as an Electrician at the skilled craft worker (journeyman) level, in a supervisory capacity.

Certificate of Completion must be presented at time of filing application.

OR

(B) Associate's Degree from an accredited college, university or technical institute in Electrical Technology or a closely related field and two years of full-time experience as in all phases of the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring, equipment and devices, and one year of full-time experience as an Electrician at the skilled craft worker (journeyman) level, in a supervisory capacity.

OR

(C) Four years of full-time verifiable experience in all phases of the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring, equipment and devices and one year of full-time experience as an Electrician at the skilled craft worker (journeyman) level, in a supervisory capacity.

All candidates must present at time of filing application an affidavit(s) from an employer(s) verifying the above work experience including the one year at the skilled craft worker level. This affidavit must include dates of employment and duties performed.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Masters Electrician License issued by the City of Buffalo and in accordance with Regulations of the City Charter can be substituted for experience requirement.
• SKILLED CRAFT WORKER LEVEL is defined as work being performed independently. (Assisting or helping an Electrician is not considered to be skilled craft worker level.);
• Special Requirement: Possession of a current NYS Drivers License which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment;
• All candidates must present at time of filing application either the Certificate of Completion of an Apprenticeship Program, proof of education and/or the required affidavit(s) from employer(s).

NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.

Additional Information

FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the design, construction, installation, maintenance and repair of electric instruments, devices and equipment;

Thorough knowledge of common practices, tools, terminology and accident precautions of the trade;

Understanding electrical plans, specifications, rough sketches and mechanical drawings;

Ability to understand and interpret the Electrical Ordinances of the City of Buffalo and the National Electrical Code;

Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates;

Ability to work with low, high and extra high voltage circuits;

Ability to work in high places and climb ladders in the servicing or installing of interior and exterior lighting;

Good motor, hand and eye coordination;

Manual dexterity;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

ADOPTED: 1/17/51

REVISED:6/8/88; 2/22/89; 1/30/90

REVIEWED:3/10/05

The City of Buffalos benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love ones, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.

Our offerings include:

• Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental)
• New York State Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Liberal holidays & vacation
• Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential

Employer City of Buffalo