Job Title: Electrical Technician
Location: Martin County General Services
Pay: $25.10/hr. + benefit options and PTO
Schedule: Full time Hours M-F {7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.}

Position is contract through reSOURCE Government Services
Must be able to pass criminal background, drug testing and MVR

*Please note, this position is for one year. If the position becomes available as a direct hire with the county, you may apply for the position when the County posts.*

SUMMARY

This is limited semi-skilled work in training to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems.

Employee works under the direct supervision of a Licensed Electrician.

Instructions may be received orally or written. Routine scheduled work is performed with considerable independence.

The incumbent must understand complex verbal and written instructions and follow safety procedures and precautions related to work in energized electrical substations.

This position will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security clearance due to its access to the various criminal justice system operations.

This position may require you to have a take-home vehicle for purposes of responding to departmental emergency situations.

An employee is covered under the County’s auto insurance policy when operating the vehicle in the scope of his or her employment.

Employees are encouraged to purchase a rider of endorsement to their personal automobile policy to provide coverage for operating a County vehicle for personal use including driving to and from work.

In the event of a natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee may be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITES

(Note: The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function, which may be performed in the job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

Works primarily with the General Services Licensed Electrician, but also with various County staff performing manual and technical work incidental to preventative and corrective maintenance tasks involving electrical systems and/or HVAC systems.

May assist but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, painting, concrete, masonry, and other construction related trades.

Assists in the testing and diagnosis of transformers, breakers, relays and related electrical equipment for operational conditions and reliability.

Reads gauges and instruments and logs the information in records.

Reads blueprints and diagrams for electrical systems.

Performs increasingly difficult and skilled work approaching journey level as the training period progresses.

Experience with working with hand tools, power tools and electronic test equipment.

Installs service feeders for services, run pipe, pull branch circuits, install lighting, and minimum troubleshooting.

Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions and follow safety procedures and precautions related to work in energized electrical substations.

Utilizes vehicles by operating bucket trucks, maintaining inventory and conducting inspections.

May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operations of the department.

Performs work related to this job description as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(Note: The knowledge, skills, and abilities identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Some knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in electrical systems construction and maintenance.

Skill in the use of tools and instruments used in electrical work.

Ability to read blueprints and apply information.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability and willingness to learn a wide variety of skilled tasks required in electrical construction and maintenance work.

Ability to learn and observe safety and environmental regulations and precautions and possess the ability to learn and apply confined space.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, other employees and the general public.

Ability to complete a training program leading to journey level electrician.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must possess a High School Diploma and one (1) year experience as an Electrical helper.

Additional qualifying education and/or experience which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)

Occasional lifting over 50 pounds and frequently lifting 10-25 pounds.

Occasional running, pulling, feeling, repetitive hand motion.

Frequent balancing, climbing, turning, reaching/working overhead.

Very frequent walking, handling, color vision use, hand/wrist movement.

Constant standing, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, carrying, speaking, hearing, seeing, depth perception use, working speed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors.

May involve working with and/or supervising jail inmate’s trustees.

May involve working in a correctional environment which includes jail inmates.

The work may be involved in high-risk areas that require special safety precautions. The employee may be required to use protective clothing or equipment. Exposure to heat, cold, rain and wind. May work at heights, in attics, under trailers, around high electrical voltages, around odors and fumes, exposure to hazardous chemicals, noise and light conditions. Works with others or independently. Works with aerial equipment and machinery.

Occasionally exposed to sudden temperature changes, exposed to mechanical hazards, working in cramped quarters, working on irregular surfaces.

Frequently inside, outside, hot, moving objects/machinery.

Very frequently humid, dry, working with adequate lighting and ventilation, working around vibrations.

Constantly working with/around others.

ADA/COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This document may be reproduced upon request in an alternative format by contacting the County ADA Coordinator (772) 320-3131, the County Administration Office (772) 288-5400, Florida Relay 711, or by completing our accessibility feedback form at www.martin.fl.us/accessibility-feedback

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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