Multi-Trade Technician IV – Electrician

Multi-Trade Technician IV – Electrician

Cornell AgriTech in Geneva, New York

The Opportunity

As a service and maintenance department of Cornell AgriTech, the responsibility of the Buildings and Properties Unit (B & P) is to provide responsive maintenance, engineering and special services in support of our institution's vital research.

The mission is to maintain and expand the campus and its facilities to the highest possible standards, while providing dependable and cost effective support services to those carrying out the research.

B & P is a service organization dedicated to the success and satisfaction of Cornell AgriTech’s faculty, academics, staff, students and campus visitors in to Cornell AgriTech in Geneva, NY.

Under general supervision, working as a member of the Buildings and Properties team :

• Install, repair and maintain electrical systems in industrial, agricultural, and laboratory settings (up to 600VAC)
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical problems, as well as read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Work w / engineering on electrical system design, coordinate electrical inspections and ensure that all electrical work is done in compliance with relevant codes and regulations
• Act as a subject matter expert, advising and providing guidance and support to other staff in the safe and thorough application of lock out / tag out and energy control safety measures
• Purchasing / procurement of material for electrical repairs and installations
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations work w / Environmental Health Safety (EHS)
• Collaborate with other tradespeople, such as engineers, mechanics, and lab technicians to complete projects and repairs.
• Identify electrical training opportunities for fellow MEP employees
• Accurately record hours worked and materials used, update job statuses and pertinent information related to jobs in Cornell’s computerized maintenance management system
• Source and procure needed materials for installations, repairs, and maintenance jobs
• Learn and follow safety and work environment regulations, policies and procedures (ARC flash prevention and protection, lead, asbestos, fall protection, confined space, and others as required)
• Coordinate with Engineering for necessary electrical system shutdowns, support annual campus electrical system shutdown
• Acquire and maintain licenses and / or special knowledge to maintain specialized equipment as required
• Consistently follow guidance and best practices regarding working safely and use of required PPE, maintain electrical safety PPE supplies
• Respond to emergency situations as needed to resolve urgent electrical issues
• Identify and recommend updates or improvements to unique electrical distribution systems and configurations

Department Background

As a service and maintenance department of Cornell AgriTech, the responsibility of the Buildings and Properties Unit (B & P) is to provide responsive maintenance, engineering and special services in support of our institution's vital research. The mission is to maintain and expand the campus and its facilities to the highest possible standards, while providing dependable and cost effective support services to those carrying out the research. B & P is a service organization dedicated to the success and satisfaction of Cornell AgriTech’s faculty, academics, staff, students and campus visitors.

What We Need

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it’s ok if you do not.

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University Job Title :

Multi Trade Technician IV

Job Family :

Facilities & Safety Services

Level : Pay Rate Type :

Hourly

Pay Range : $27.28 - $31.71

Remote Option Availability :

Onsite

Company : Contract College

Contact Name : Bert Whalen

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Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

Unique applicable skills

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2025-06-05