ELECTRICIAN DPW

Location: City of Ithaca, NY

Department: Department of Public Works – Streets and Facilities Division

Classification: Competitive

Bargaining Unit: Administrative Unit

Salary: $66,71



Position Description: The work involves the skilled and efficient installation, maintenance and
repair of all electrical equipment, wiring and electrical systems for the City. As a journey-level
electrician, the incumbent is responsible for assuring that all electrical installations under the Board
of Public Works control are in safe operating condition and in compliance with the National Fire
Protection Association, National Electrical Code, the National Fire Alarm and Signal Code, the New
York State Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices issued by the United States Department of Transportation. The work is performed under the
general supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works or a designated higher-level
public works supervisor. General instructions are received regarding the tasks to be performed, with
considerable leeway allowed for planning the details of each job. Working supervision may be
exercised over the work of technicians or apprentices. Does related work as required.


To view the complete job description, visit: Electrician job description.



Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency
diploma and three years of experience as a journey-level electrician.



SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:


1. Candidates must either obtain certification from the City of Ithaca as a Licensed Electrician

within twelve (12) months of appointment, or possess a valid Electrician license comparable
to a City of Ithaca Electrician license, and must maintain said license for the duration of
employment.

2. Possession of a valid New York State Class D driver license or a valid driver license equivalent
to a New York State Class D driver license at the time of appointment and maintenance of said
license for the duration of employment.

Appointment Status and Exam Requirement: This will be a provisional appointment pending the
results of a civil service examination to be scheduled at a later date. Permanent appointment will be
dependent upon the candidate's exam score.



Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.



Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and Administrative Unit collective bargaining
agreement.



Supplemental Information:

• Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the

Department of Human Resources/Civil Service at View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com or by email to
View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.

• The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of

all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, veterans, people with
disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

• The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with

the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the NYS Division of Human Rights (NYS DHR)
it is the policy of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested without
causing an undue hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com or by
email to View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.

Application Materials Required:

 City of Ithaca application
 Copy of high school transcript
 Copy of driver license

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.



Attn: City of Ithaca

Human Resources Department


All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do not
accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications.

Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!

Issued: May 14, 2026