Building Operations & Maintenance
Assistant Electrical Engineer
$93,000 a year
Posted until October 2, 2026 · posted September 18, 2026
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≈ $44.71 an hour · $3,577 every 2 weeks, before taxes (40-hour weeks).
NYC minimum wage is $17/hr. This beats it by $27.71/hr, with health insurance and a pension on top.
What you'd have made
$3,565 If you'd started this job 2 weeks ago, at this pay, before taxes.
An hour of this job pays for about 14.9 subway rides ($3 fare).
Price anything in hours of this job
Overtime added $7,461 on average that year, and it isn't guaranteed. Base salary of active employees paid a yearly rate, fiscal year 2025 (July 2024 to June 2025). Source: NYC's payroll data
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What they actually ask for.
Other requirements: read them on the posting
- A baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work; or
- A baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college and a master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university.
A master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university can only be used to substitute for one year of full-time satisfactory work experience in electrical engineering. A degree in any other engineering area, or in any engineering technology area, is not acceptable.
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The work
What the job is.
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*This vacancy is only open to
- current permanent City employees serving in the Assistant Electrical Engineer civil service title or
- on leave from the title or
- candidates who are reachable on the Assistant Electrical Engineer civil service list (Exam No. 3108) [Please indicate your list# on your cover letter and resume].
Read the rest, from the posting
NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy.
These public spaces, encompassing over 5,000 properties and 14% of the city’s land and coastline, include seawalls and waterfronts, pedestrian bridges, beaches and boardwalks, parks and playgrounds, historic houses, recreation centers and pools.
Major Responsibilities
- Under supervision, perform electrical engineering work of moderate difficulty and responsibility, including electrical power distribution, lighting for buildings, recreational facilities, sports lighting, security lighting, fire detection and communication systems.
- Develop electrical drawings, specifications and estimates of quantities for projects with electrical engineering components to Capital designers.
- Manage electrical engineering projects, ensure that the Capital process for review and approval is followed and keep projects on schedule and within budget.
- Coordinate with the Department of Transportation Division of Street Lighting for security lighting design and submittals.
- When directed, manage and review electrical consultant engineering projects.
- Conduct field inspections before and during design and construction, as well as through turnover.
- Supply with engineering component designs and details.
- Engage in research, investigations, studies and examinations of electrical components as needed.
- Work Location
- Olmsted Center, Queens
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 801172.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
*Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $104.50 background check fee.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
Skills they'd like
- Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Photoshop and 3D Rendering a plus.
- Ability to produce measured drawings and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with the NYC Department of Buildings electrical codes/regulations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- A driver license valid in New York State.
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements.
Sources
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