Job Details
Salary: $55,440.24 - $93,139.61 Annually
Location : Plantation, FL
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 168-09
Department: UTILITIES-COMBINED
Opening Date: 06/03/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This is a non-exempt position, which is skilled technical industrial electrical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, and controls equipment.
An employee in this classification is responsible, under the direction of the Chief Electrical Control Technician, for the maintenance of electrical equipment, lighting, electrical controls, installation and trouble-shooting, particularly controls relating to Utility Plant operations, lift station controls and telemetric controls.
Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Examples of Duties
Repairs and maintains complex electrical controls necessary for continued operation of water plants, wastewater plants, control buildings, etc.
Installs, maintains, repairs and tests electrical systems, including automatic electrical schemes.
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment so that all electrical equipment is serviced on a regular basis.
Wires buildings and makes additions to existing wiring.
Acts in the capacity of a trouble-shooter to rectify existing problems.
Performs routine maintenance of all electrical driven equipment.
This position does not have final procurement authority.
Performs related work as required and as directed.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of the standard practices, tools and terminology of the electrical trade. Must be familiar with control circulatory and N.E.C. requirements.
Considerable knowledge of the City and State electrical codes.
Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to perform routine electrical maintenance with familiarity of switchgears.
Ability to make repairs to complicated electrical wiring, fixtures, equipment, and complex electrical controls.
Ability to work at moderate heights.
Ability to work from drawings and specifications and to understand and carry out instructions.
Ability to adhere to tight schedules and still maintain work quality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with other City employees.
Ability to operate City vehicle and possess the required license.
Skill in the care and use of the tools and equipment of the trade.
Skill in locating and adjusting defects in electrical systems and equipment.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation from an accredited high school or vocational school with extensive experience in performing electrical control work directly related to the operations and maintenance of complex utility systems. Master or Journeyman license required.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered.
Work Environment
This is a designated "Response" classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.
Probationary Period
All new employees serve a one (1) year probationary period from date of hire.
Working Hours
Most full-time employees work 40 hours per week unless otherwise indicated.
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday (except City Holidays) 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM unless otherwise noted.
Pay Check
Pay checks are issued bi-weekly every other Friday; direct deposit of paycheck required to any banking institution is mandatory.
Insurance Coverage
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Closest thousand to amount of Annual Salary (policy paid for by the City) up to $50,000.
Hospitalization, Major Medical, Dental and Vision
The Employee pays a portion of the cost for themselves and for dependent coverage at a rate established by Administration.
Dependent Coverage: spouses are eligible only if they do not have entitlement to participate in another employer's group medical plan or Medicare.
General Employees Pension
Retirement - Mandatory contribution is 4% of base pay.
Normal Retirement Date: Age 59 and completion of 10 years of credited service.
Holidays
The City of Plantation observes eleven (12) paid holidays per year as declared by the City Council each year.
Personal Day
All full-time employees will be given the benefit of one (1) personal day per calendar year. Cannot be used until employed six (6) months; can not be carried over from one year to the next.
Sick Leave
13 days per year. Accrues 4 hours at end of each bi-weekly pay period. Maximum accrual is 480 hours.
Annual Leave
General Employees
1 - 5 years - 13 days per year
5 - 15 years - 19 days per year
15 years or more - 26 days per year
Maximum Accrual is 240 hours. An employee is not entitled to use annual leave until employed 6 months.
Funeral Leave
3 days (8 hours each)
Jury Duty
Paid full salary - all fees received, excluding mileage must be turned into the City.
Educational Reimbursement
Employees will be entitled to a refund of their tuition and lab fees upon the successful completion of each approved course based on the following scale: (After one (1) year of employment)
Grade A.....................100 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
Grade B.....................75 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
Grade C.....................50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
"Pass" in lieu of grade.....50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
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Have you graduated from a standard high school or equivalent recognized certification? Please provide proof.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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What best describes your Electrical License?
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How many years experience do you have in performing electrical control work?
- None
- Less than 1 years experience
- More than 1 but less than 2 years experience
- More than 2 but less than 3 years experience
- More than 3 but less than 4 years experience
- More than 4 years experience
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How many years experience do you have in performing electrical control work directly related to the operation and maintenance of complex utility systems?
- None
- Less than 1 years experience
- More than 1 but less than 2 years experience
- More than 2 but less than 3 years experience
- More than 3 but less than 4 years experience
- More than 4 years experience
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Do you claim Veteran's Preference? (Check "no" if this does not apply.)
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If you answered "Yes" to Veterans Preference above, did you attach your DD-214 - MEMBER 4 form, the Veterans' Preference Certification, FDVA form VP-1 and, if applicable, other certification forms. Please see Veterans Preference link on the Employment page for additional information. Failure to attach these documents will result in no Veterans Preference being given. (Check "NA" if this does not apply.)
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