Journeyman Electrician - Industrial Electrician - 4160V

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Industrial Electrician. The individual will be an independent thinker and be goal-driven to take on today's greatest challenges and rewards in the field of local public service.
The successful candidate will install, test, troubleshoot, replace, and maintain electrical and electronic systems and their components in a water or wastewater treatment plant, and at all distribution and collection facilities, including wellfields, lift stations, tanks, and storm stations. This is skilled, journeyman level work in the installation, maintenance and repair of industrial electrical systems and equipment.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants). Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Installs and repairs electrical systems and devices in and around city buildings
• Installs and repairs Industrial Motor Controls and smart electrical control systems.
• Tests electrical systems and equipment; detects causes of electrical failures and malfunctions; replaces and/or repairs components
• Ensures compliance of electrical systems and equipment with applicable codes
• Reviews electrical projects for upgrades; reads and prepares electrical diagrams
• Prepares reports documenting issues identified during reviews of projects (drawings, specifications, etc.)
• Interfaces with consultants and contractors during construction projects, assessments and testing activities
• Maintains inventory and orders materials or services
• Prepares specifications for the purchasing of specialized electrical components and parts
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) to prepare documents and procedures and research components and parts
• May act as technical lead of lower class employees during specific work assignments
• Maintains records of work performed
• Assists in preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Uses and knowledgeable of digital tools and asset management systems
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
• Works around high voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals
• Performs related work as required

1. High School Diploma or equivalency supplemented by a vocational / technical certification in electric work
2. Must possess at least three (3) years of experience at the journeyman level.
3. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.
4. Journeyman Electrician Certificate issued by the Broward County Central Examining Board.
5. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) to the online application.

PLEASE SUBMIT A COPY OF JOURNEYMAN'S ELECTRICIAN CERTIFICATE WITH THE APPLICATION.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, stoop, bend, crawl, kneel and climb ladders up to 30 feet in performing a variety of job-related tasks. Ability to work out of bucket truck and work at moderate heights using ladder or scaffold. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) to the online application.