Becoming an electrician in Elmira, NY, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with 40,670 in New York, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Elmira earn an average of $769.50 per week, with an annual overtime average of $39,934. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $55,440 annually for experienced professionals.
Chemung county Buildings & Grounds is actively seeking an ELECTRICIAN. Generous paid time off and enrollment in NYS Retirement System. This position is responsible for performing skilled work in applying the techniques of the trade in the planning, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment according to established specifications and codes. An incumbent in this class must determine the causes of malfunctions in electrical systems and possess the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform any or all skilled tasks of the trade. General instructions are received regarding what tasks are to be performed. Considerable leeway in judgment is permitted for planning the details of each task. Direct supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinates. Does related work as required. Responsibilities • Plans layout consistent with the scope of assignments to minimize waste, to provide access for future maintenance and to avoid unsightly or hazardous wiring, consistent with specifications and electrical codes; • Draws sketches which illustrate location and sequence of wiring and ancillary equipment or follows wiring diagrams on blueprints drawn by architects, engineers or contractors; • Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles and installs electrical conduit and tubing by using such tools as hand saws, pipe threaders and conduit benders; • Pulls wires through conduit, splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads with knives or pliers, twisting or soldering wires together and applying tape or terminal caps and connects wiring to lighting fixtures by using various hand tools; • Installs and maintains control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays and circuit breakers, fuses and panel boards; • Installs and maintains electric lighting and heating systems; • Installs and maintains various equipment and systems such as fire alarms, program clocks, telephones, security cameras, monitors, remote control equipment; • Diagnose the functioning of equipment or systems to detect electrical malfunctions by using test instruments such as ammeters, volt meters, ohmmeters, continuity testers and test lamps; • Repairs malfunctions by such methods as replacing burnt-out elements, fuses, transistors, diodes, etc., by-passing or replacing defective wiring and other electrical/electronic components as needed; • Estimates both material needed and time needed to perform work; • Responsible for purchasing material such as conduit, wiring, motors, controls, fuses, switches, bulbs, etc.; • May be required to perform other maintenance or labor tasks as directed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Satisfactory completion of an Apprenticeship Program in the electrical trade and four (4) years of full-time commercial, industrial or institutional experience at the Journeyman level. NOTE: Training obtained by completion of Technical Courses in the Electrical Trade at an Accredited College or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees, or at a Technical or Vocational Institute, or in the Armed Services, may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis, up to two (2) years. If you are a dedicated Electrician looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $30.46 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Compensation Package: • Overtime pay Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • journeyman electrical: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Benefits: • Company paid medical, vision and dental insurance programs • 401k program with company contribution • Profit sharing program • Pension program • Paid holidays and paid vacation This Position: The Title and Salary Level of this position will be commensurate with experience level and role assignment(s) of the selected candidate. Also, this position requires that the candidate be located in Chemung County, NY (or within reasonable driving distance to the company headquarters in Elmira Heights, NY), and that they be in the office on a daily basis. This position requires a minimum working hour of 8am-430pm. Generally, the Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the installation of electrical systems. The PM must coordinate and support the activities of company projects to ensure budgets, schedules, document control and quality standards are met. Preferred Qualifications: • 3-5 years of construction project management experience. • An associate’s degree in construction management or related discipline would be preferred but not required. • Related experience in construction administration, and a working knowledge of electrical systems. • Advanced skills in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Project (or equivalent) • The ability to quickly adapt to additional computer communications and networking technologies that may be required. Additionally, John Mills Electric requires drug, alcohol, criminal and financial background checks. Position Responsibilities: • Define the technical requirements and feasibility of projects • Outline timescales, costs and resources needed to deliver electrical projects under budget • Develop step-by-step project plans • Lead multi-disciplinary project teams • Ensure each stage of a project happens on time, under budget and to a high standard • Procurement (Purchasing) of major electrical materials • Track materials after purchase • Call vendors and clearly communicate milestone dates of delivered items in order to meet project schedules • Generation and submission of electric submittals for engineering approval • Release approved submittal materials for manufacturing and delivery • Expedite materials to insure timely deliveries • Provide support to field staff • Follow Company Best Practices • Organize and deliver Weekly Project Status/Action Meetings • Communicate Effectively with all project Stakeholders, Teams and Customers • Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects • Other responsibilities as required Candidate Aptitudes for Success: • Innate Client-Service Disposition • Effective Communicator through the phone, in person, email and other channels • Eager to Learn, Help Others and Provide Team Support • Acts with Integrity, Maintaining Highest Ethical Standards • Embraces Change and Remains Flexible • Prioritizes Safety • Pays Attention to the Details • Approaches Responsibilities with Urgency • Approaches Work with Fiscal Responsibility Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. Working Conditions: Usual office working conditions. Working in both an office and on job sites will be required. The noise level in the work environment is typical of most office environments, as well as typical of construction sites. The Company: John Mills Electric is a New York State Regional Electrical Contracting Company that employs on average, 125 employees (depending on demand), and provides expertise and services in the Southern Tier Region of Upstate New York and the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. The company is headquartered in Elmira Heights, NY and has been in business since 1946. The company’s annual revenue is between $25M and $30M. Values such as honesty, integrity and professionalism are paramount in how we want to deal with our customers, vendors and employees. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $98,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift Supplemental Pay: • Bonus opportunities Ability to Commute: • Elmira, NY 14903 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Elmira, NY 14903: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>MAIN FUNCTION: Assists in planning, scheduling and assisting of renovations, maintaining and preventative maintenance and repair work of building, systems and utilities. Reports to the Director Facility Engineering. Provides technical direction and assistance to electrical technician and other assigned/staff as needed. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Schedules and supervises preventive maintenance and repair work to electrical. Prepares and submits maintenance reports and costs as required. Assures compliance with Hospital electrical and safety codes as well as State and Federal codes. Also maintains up to date electrical prints of distribution systems, generators and fire alarm systems PMs and code requirements. Assures all safety measures are in effect during maintenance operation. Assists in disaster and fire prevention programs as directed. Trains and evaluates performance of assigned maintenance personnel. Assures Hospital tools and equipment are used properly and maintains effective controls according to departmental procedures. Estimates quantities of materials and supplies needed for maintenance operations and submits requires according to departmental and Hospital procedures. Responsible for purchasing daily and routine supplies according to Hospital and departmental policy. Estimates, projects, and accounts for operating budget of plant engineering division of Facilities Engineering Department. Also requests capital equipment needs as conditions dictate. Maintains open communication with other Hospital and departmental staff. Functions as a working Lead man completing assigned tasks as necessary. Promotes and fosters the mission and philosophy of the Hospital during performance of job duties and community activities. Actively supports and participates in Hospital's Continuous Quality Improvement endeavors. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires you to follow standard precaution guidelines in all work situations. Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer’s needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health. It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties, which may be assigned EDUCATION: High school graduate. B.S. degree in engineering or equivalent. EXPERIENCE: • Five years minimum experience and background in electrical plumbing and HVAC systems required. • Three to five years supervisory experience. • Able to work with high voltage switchgear. Working knowledge of electronic controls. CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS: No CPR required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Stands, walks, crouches, kneels, climbs, carries and lifts (50 to 75 lbs.); handles and manipulates tools and equipment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Familiarity with all building codes. Ability to read blue prints, technical manuals and reports. • Knowledge of construction and procedures. • Ability to interact with a variety of people including employees, physicians, patients, outside agencies, contractors, etc. • Must hold a valid driver's license and have clean driving record. Must be trustworthy in safeguarding confidential information. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category III. Tasks that do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. And Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
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