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Capital Region New York

New York
30/100Demand scoreRising
Tracked openings
6
5 data center · 1 semiconductor
Hiring companies
3
With current openings
Leading discipline
Construction
Within our job coverage
Mobility offers
1
Travel, per diem or relocation
Map, living costs & travel $1,280 median monthly rent
Capital Region New YorkSyracuse / Central New York
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Living & working here

Metro population
906,052
Median monthly rent
$1,280
Median household income
$88,074

Census ACS 2020–2024 ↗ · Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY Metro Area

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The demand score combines postings, employers, mobility offers and project stages within our coverage. It does not measure all local vacancies, available workers or a proven labor shortage. Announced workforce estimates are separate from current openings. Sources and methodology →

Local statistics are U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates for Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY Metro Area, retrieved September 25, 2026 via Census Reporter. Census boundaries may differ from this hiring market. Gross rent includes rent and tenant-paid utilities; it is not a current listing price or a nightly hotel rate. Household income is not an individual salary. Rent margin of error: ±$16. Income margin of error: ±$1336.

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LotusWorks careers Source updated yesterday

Mechanical Commissioning Lead

LotusWorks Albany, New York, United States

This position is initially assigned to a project through December 2026, with the potential opportunity to transfer to another LotusWorks project based on performance, project needs, and business requirements. Education / Licenses / Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Data centers commissioning Hourly Rate: $55-$80 USD Per diem
LotusWorks careers Source updated 11 days ago

Electrical Operations & Maintenance Technician

LotusWorks Malta, New York, United States

This role is critical to ensuring system reliability, uptime, and safe operation of facility electrical systems. Responsibilities: Electrical Operations & Maintenance Support operations and maintenance of low voltage electrical systems, including: Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Single-phase and three-phase motors and motor starters Battery systems and backup power components Panelboards and associated distribution equipment Lighting systems and controls Verify, maintain, and update EasyPower panel schedules to ensure accurate system documentation and electrical coordination.

Semiconductor fabs operations Hourly Rate: $30.00 – $45.00 USD