Shrub Oak International School
Electrical Mechanic
Facilities - Mohegan Lake, NY - Full Time
Job Title: Electrical Mechanic
Reports to: Project Manager
Department: Facilities
Compensation: $40 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Essential Functions:
The Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems in buildings across the campus. They will be hands-on in ensuring the facilities and campus are safe, clean, secure, and in proper working order, while maintaining the property to the highest standards.
Requirements:
Experience & Education
Skills & Abilities:
Benefits:
Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:
Physical Requirements/Demands:
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.
Work Environment:
We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.
EEO Statement:
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Please note:
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Reports to: Project Manager
Department: Facilities
Compensation: $40 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Essential Functions:
The Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems in buildings across the campus. They will be hands-on in ensuring the facilities and campus are safe, clean, secure, and in proper working order, while maintaining the property to the highest standards.
- Install and repair electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures within buildings.
- Install conduits and pipes to house electrical wires and cables.
- Ensure piping and electrical systems comply with safety standards and electrical codes.
- Install circuit breakers and other electrical hardware, connecting wiring to these components.
- Test electrical systems to verify proper installation and functionality.
- Inspect electrical systems to assess the need for repairs or upgrades.
- Replace conduit, wiring, and circuit breakers as required.
- Perform other electrical and maintenance duties as assigned.
- Maintain the appearance and functionality of assigned properties.
- Collaborate closely with staff, security, and administration to ensure the smooth operation of the school’s facilities.
Requirements:
Experience & Education
- Minimum 15 years’ experience in commercial work required
- Completion of a formal apprenticeship and/or valid electrician’s license required
- Extensive knowledge of and experience with electrical systems and wiring required
- Proficiency in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to bend pipes according to measurements
- Ability to troubleshoot low voltage and 120/240 3 phase and 277/480 service work
- Ability to learn new skills and display grit, resilience, and composure during challenging situations
- Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
- Ability to read blueprints and use hand tools and power tools effectively
- Ability to adhere to all health and safety requirements and follow basic safety procedures due to physical risks
- Flexibility with work schedule and willingness to work overtime as needed
- Ability to understand and follow simple instructions and operate proactively and independently
- Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required training
Benefits:
Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:
- Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401k w/ company match
- Tuition/Professional development assistance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Employee discounts
Physical Requirements/Demands:
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.
Work Environment:
We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.
EEO Statement:
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Please note:
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
