Required Qualifications: Per Civil Service Standards and Specifications. Four years of full time experience in the Electrical field under a skilled journeyman which provides training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in Electrical or training gained by the completion of technical courses in a trade school or institute may be substituted for the above experience on a year-for-year basis. The Trades Generalist performs journey level work in the Electrical field and semi-skilled work in the HVAC field. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver's License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes"). Applicants must submit their operators license number on their application form for a motor vehicle check. Ability to work in confined spaces and from a ladder, scaffolding or man lift over ten feet in height. As a Trades Generalist, must be able to climb, stoop, and move heavy objects or equipment. Must understand motors, motor control centers, over-current devices and controls and HTHW systems. Must be able to use power; manual electrical tools and electrical testing equipment. Must successfully pass a pulmonary function test to be certified to wear protective equipment (i.e. Hepa filter type respirators). The test shall be provide by the department.

Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of building operating systems, including Siemens; Johnson Control; Carrier; Trane and Automated Logic. Familiarity with DLAR facilities and BSL-3 labs. Ability to troubleshoot electrical devices, motor controls and basic HVAC equipment.

Brief Description of Duties: The Trades Generalist will perform preventative maintenance on HVAC Electrical systems and equipment to include motors, transformers, switches, controls and all related equipment, follow directions from supervisors/managers, work requests or PM schedules, including proper equipment shutdown, electrical lockout, timely completion of work, assuring proper restart of equipment to service removal of old parts and clean-up of area after completion. Must follow Plant Safety Policies/Procedures and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all time. The selected candidate will:

• Install new electrical devices and equipment for HVAC heating and cooling systems in compliance with appropriate standards.
• Follow blueprints of design work that is to be done as per instructions, assuring completion of assignment is proper and professional.
• Supervise, prioritize, plan and layout work for installation and preventative maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Operate, maintain and repair HVAC systems. Install, conduct repairs and troubleshoot motor control problems.
• Maintain all HVAC and other mechanical equipment, including but not limited to, wiring for pumps, fans, pneumatic controls, building management systems, compressors, recording, boilers, chillers and steam generators. Perform electrical and refrigeration work to determine if water regulator valves need rebuilding or repair.
• Clean Mechanical rooms.
• Read and interpret sequential logic drawings on plant control writing systems.
• Use power and manual electrical tools and Electrical testing equipment. Locates and determines electrical malfunction using testing equipment such as ammeter, volt meter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope and test lamp.
• Monitor equipment and adjust heating systems to comply with appropriate standards and guidelines. To include the entry in to confined spaces and to work within the utility tunnel for extended periods of time. Test electrical HVAC equipment for safety and efficiency using standard test equipment and by observing the equipment when it's functioning.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and standards. Shows proper care when utilizing power tools, insures proper safety procedures are followed. Keep work area as clean and safe as possible. Follow all Lock Out / Tag Out procedures, including the use of the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required by the campus.
• Operates assigned vehicle in a safe manner obeying all Campus motor vehicle rules, regulations and parking policies. Report accidents, safety problems or service needs promptly.
• Follow the tasks provided on each work order, fills out or completes every work order daily to include time and materials used. Ability to follow directions from senior personnel and work well with peers and subordinates. Provided instructions to Maintenance assistants and/or helpers on routine jobs and equipment inspection. Responds to HVAC emergency calls on and off shift.
• Other Duties: As assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Mandatory rehire roster candidates have preference. SG 12 Hiring Rate $48,956, plus Location pay $3,400 per year.

Please Note Working Location: Stony Brook University, Southampton Campus

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of official start date.

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