Electrical Mechanic

Electrical Mechanic

This role focuses on electrical construction and service work, with a strong emphasis on conduit installation, wiring, troubleshooting, and blueprint reading. You will install and bend EMT and electrical conduit, oversee a large team of electrical helpers, and perform service work ranging from 120 to 480 volts in a safe, compliant environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics to plan and execute conduit and wiring installations.
• Install EMT and other electrical conduit systems, including overhead rack systems, in accordance with NEC code and project specifications.
• Perform conduit bending using hydraulic, cyclone, machine, and table benders, including work with 4-inch EMT and rigid conduit.
• Lay out work for a team of up to 80 helpers, providing clear direction and oversight for electrical installations.
• Pull wire, install wire, and complete wiring for panels, switchgear, generators, and various service work applications.
• Perform electrical construction tasks, including lighting installations, service upgrades, and system modifications.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems from 120 to 480 volts, diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Conduct electrical lighting and service work, ensuring systems operate safely and reliably.
• Run conduit and wiring in compliance with NEC code, safety regulations, and company standards.
• Follow company handbook policies, including call-out procedures, code of conduct, and corporate guidelines.
• Collaborate with scheduling teams to complete assigned overnight work efficiently and on time.
• Maintain a safe work site by using provided harnesses and lift equipment properly and adhering to all safety protocols.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience as an electrical mechanic.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Proficiency in installing EMT and other electrical conduit systems.
• Advanced conduit bending skills using hydraulic, cyclone, machine, and table benders.
• Experience working with 4-inch EMT, rigid conduit, and overhead rack systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical construction, troubleshooting, and service work.
• Hands-on experience with pulling wire, installing wire, and wiring panels, switchgear, and generators.
• Solid understanding of NEC code and its application to electrical installations.
• Capability to perform electrical lighting installation and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in running conduit and completing wiring in commercial or industrial environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• DOB-compliant SST 10 certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Commitment to professional growth and development within the electrical trade.
• Comfort working on long-term projects in a structured corporate environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that offers long-term, exciting projects in a safe and compliant environment, with no high-rise work and assignments local to the four boroughs. The organization promotes a strong company culture, clear advancement opportunities, and professional growth in the electrical trade. You benefit from competitive pay rates, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive corporate environment guided by a well-defined company handbook and procedures.

Work Environment

Work takes place on long-term electrical projects in a safe, compliant setting, without high-rise assignments and primarily local to the four boroughs. You work with EMT and rigid conduit, hydraulic and cyclone benders, machine and table benders, overhead rack systems, panels, switchgear, generators, and lift equipment. Harnesses are provided for lift work, and you follow established call-out procedures and corporate code of conduct. Scheduling occurs weekly through the project coordination team, and you operate within a professional, handbook-driven environment that emphasizes safety, reliability, and adherence to standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $84000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.