Performs maintenance on structures and facilities within the Okeechobee Field Station’s area of responsibility. Installs, repairs, and maintains electrical and electronic components of District buildings, equipment, and machinery, following electrical code, manuals, specifications, schematic diagrams, and blueprints.
As resident electrical expert, trains electrical personnel in new electrical advances, National Electrical Code updates and interpretations, technical direction, and performs technical reviews on electrical drawings.
Safely performs all associated tasks with the construction and maintenance of all MV facilities including MV substations, MV transmission & distribution.
Works on energized or non-energized power lines, cables, and equipment. Works inside pumping station and field stations, including confined spaces.
Other duties as assigned.
This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
Working hours are Monday – Thursday from 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES (May be filled as Industrial Electrician)
Industrial Electrician-Medium Voltage: High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years' experience working with medium voltage systems and preferably have completed a line specialist accredited apprenticeship program from a recognized and certified utility, contractor or school and be able to provide a verifiable certification of completion. The hiring range for this position is $67,100.80 to $73,028.80 (based on education and years of relevant work experience).
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of 5KV and higher distribution and pump control systems to include: cable splicing utilizing heat and cold shrink stress cones, High Pot Testing to determine condition of cables and splices, medium voltage switchgear maintenance procedures including, shutdowns utilizing proper lock out / tag out and grounding, racking and un-racking of various types of medium voltage breakers, and 4160 variable frequency drive controlled pumping systems utilizing discreet and analog controls.
Must be able to safely trouble shoot and repair all distribution circuits and equipment and be proficient with live line maintenance, including the use of hot sticks and gloving procedures.
Industrial Electrician: High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years' experience as a Licensed Journeyman Electrician. The hiring range for this position is $60,902.40 to $69,555.20 (based on education and years of relevant work experience).
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
LICENSE(S) / CERTIFICATION(S)
Industrial Electrician-Medium Voltage:
Florida Journeyman Electrical License or a valid Journeyman Electrical License from another state with the requirement of obtaining a Florida Journeyman Electrical License within six (6) months from date of hire and/or placement in job.
Valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restriction to operate vehicle equipped with airbrakes. If selected candidate does not currently possess CDL, the District will provide two (2) months to obtain Learner’s Permit and six (6) months to obtain CDL, from date of hire and/or placement in job.
Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED (recertification every two years).
Industrial Electrician:
Florida Journeyman Electrical License or a valid Journeyman Electrical License from another state with the requirement of obtaining a Florida Journeyman Electrical License within six (6) months from date of hire and/or placement in job.
Valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restriction to operate vehicle equipped with airbrakes. If selected candidate does not currently possess CDL, the District will provide two (2) months to obtain Learner’s Permit and six (6) months to obtain CDL, from date of hire and/or placement in job.
Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED (recertification every two years).
Physical Requirements/ Working Environment
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.
On-call status will be required for electrical breakdowns and troubleshooting on a rotational basis.
Overtime will be required based on weather and/or environmental conditions.
Extensive exertion plus travel: Regularly sets up, adjusts, controls, tests and operates equipment to complete assignments. Work environment may be hot and humid with no facilities. Moves or otherwise transports equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Veteran’s Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.
