<h1>Electrician</h1><h2>City of Boca Raton Employment</h2>Salary$27.54 - $34.43 HourlyLocation 2500 NW 1st Ave Bldg A, FLJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number04235DepartmentPublic Works and EngineeringDivisionFacilities Maintenance 44/11401Opening Date04/17/2025Closing Date4/25/2025 11:59 PM EasternFLSANon-ExemptBargaining UnitB. Job DescriptionPerforms difficult skilled work in the maintenance and repair of a variety of electrical and electronic equipment, performs at a journey man level; does related work as required and in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Work is performed under regular supervision.Essential FunctionsInstalls, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, operates, and modifies, as required, all electrical motors, motor controls, electrical equipment and portable or permanent backup electric and diesel generators throughout the CityInstalls, repairs, maintains, and modifies wiring of switchboard and control panelsInstalls electrical equipment and systemsTroubleshoots, repairs, and maintains various low and high voltage (up to 5000 volt) electrical equipmentInstalls and maintains street and parking lot lighting;Performs preventive and predictive maintenance testing of electrical equipment and systems.Monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacementParticipates in emergency twenty-four (24) hour call out status rotation.Operates heavy equipment and machinery as designated by assigned work orders, e. gg., forklift, bucket truck Depending upon area of assignment, may be required to support:<h5>Generator Specialty Functions:</h5>Electrician support includes but not limited to: generator installation, troubleshooting & diagnostics, repairs, maintenance, and operation for portable or permanent backup electric and diesel generators throughout the CityCompletes routine to complex skilled and technical work in the repair, maintenance and installation of generators to ensure alternate power supply is available to meet the needs of City operationsActs as internal quality control and makes recommendations in regard to contractual expectations for generator servicingMakes repairs and changes to switch gear and transfer switches on portable and permanent backup electric and diesel generators<h5>RELATED TASKS</h5>Maintains equipment records. Responsible for inventory of spare parts and initiates procurement of replacement supplies and equipment as necessaryWork closely with supervisor and third-party contractors on project progress, estimates, etc.Plans, designs, and prepares electrical plans for building permits;Provides materials lists for projects as neededPromotes continuous adnce and improvement of workplace safety and environmental practicesPerforms related tasks as requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities<h5>Knowledge of:</h5>Standard practices, tools, terminology, and functions of the electrical trade and the hazards involvedHigh degree of knowledge of methods and techniques to install, repair and maintain electric or diesel generator technologyCommercial power generators and large industrial power generation equipmentElectrical theory, and a thorough knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), as well as State and Local electrical codes and ordinances Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as use of insulated tools and other safety related precautionsSafety hazards including but not limited to Arc Flash Hazard labels OSHA recommendations and requirements regarding best practices while working on or near energized equipmentGeneral office practices and proceduresSkilled in:The use of electrical maintenance, repair, and test equipmentTroubleshooting and mechanical diagnosticsTechniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live partsTechniques necessary to determine safe clearance distances and the corresponding voltages to which the incumbent will be exposedMicrosoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and general computer proficiencyReading comprehension - both of routine communications as well as technical manuals, diagrams, or other work-related documentsAbility to:Work a variable five (5) day schedule within a seven (7) day weekParticipate in emergency twenty-four (24) hour call out status rotationEstablish and maintain effective and positive relations with City officials, associates, consultants, and the general publicPerform essential functions and related tasks while using best judgement and application of necessary safety precautions. Must be able to wear safety glasses and safety harness, safety shoes/boots, Arc Flash PPE, flame retardant uniforms and hearing protectors.Troubleshoot and perform diagnostic testing of energized electrical equipmentAssess and perform repairs to complex electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipmentPerform manual work over extended periods of timeUse hand and power tools applicable to tradeExercise time management and proficient with estimating time required to complete tasksMinimum and Preferred QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredSatisfactory completion of a four-year electrical apprenticeship program AND seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction or maintenance electrician OR Possess a Journeyman Electrician certification AND have seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction or maintenance electrician ORHave a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as an industrial maintenance electricianPossession of a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license<h5>POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS</h5>Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:Criminal Background CheckMotor Vehicles (MVR) CheckEmployment VerificationEducational VerificationCertification/License VerificationProfessional References Check<h5>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h5>Abstained from the use of all tobacco products and electronic cigarettes (also called e-cigarettes), for at least one year prior to their date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products, and electronic cigarettes, at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.May be required to obtain an A, B, or C Commercial Drivers License depending on the type of motor equipment used.Required tools upon employment:Screwdriver SetAllen Wrench SetNut Driver Set25 ft. tape MeasureNeedle Nose PliersWire StrippersScratch awlOpen end wrench set6" Combination wrench8" Combination WrenchHack SawStraight tin snipsTorpedo LevelChannel LocksDiagonal CutterLineman PliersHammerHacksaw3 lb. HammerUtility KnifeFlat FileRound FileThe City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. EmployerCity of Boca RatonAddress201 W. Palmetto Park RoadBoca Raton, Florida, 33432Phone561-393-7805

Electrician | City of Boca Raton Employment Electrician
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Salary
$27.54 - $34.43 Hourly
Location 2500 NW 1st Ave Bldg A, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
04235
Department
Public Works and Engineering
Division
Facilities Maintenance 44/11401
Opening Date
04/17/2025
Closing Date
4/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
B
. Job Description
Performs difficult skilled work in the maintenance and repair of a variety of electrical and electronic equipment, performs at a journey man level; does related work as required and in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Essential Functions
Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, operates, and modifies, as required, all electrical motors, motor controls, electrical equipment and portable or permanent backup electric and diesel generators throughout the City
Installs, repairs, maintains, and modifies wiring of switchboard and control panels
Installs electrical equipment and systems
Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains various low and high voltage (up to 5000 volt) electrical equipment
Installs and maintains street and parking lot lighting;
Performs preventive and predictive maintenance testing of electrical equipment and systems.
Monitors performance of installed electrical equipment for hazards, adjustments, or replacement
Participates in emergency twenty-four (24) hour call out status rotation.
Operates heavy equipment and machinery as designated by assigned work orders, e.g., forklift, bucket truck Depending upon area of assignment, may be required to support:
<h5>Generator Specialty Functions:</h5>
Electrician support includes but not limited to: generator installation, troubleshooting & diagnostics, repairs, maintenance, and operation for portable or permanent backup electric and diesel generators throughout the City
Completes routine to complex skilled and technical work in the repair, maintenance and installation of generators to ensure alternate power supply is available to meet the needs of City operations
Acts as internal quality control and makes recommendations in regard to contractual expectations for generator servicing
Makes repairs and changes to switch gear and transfer switches on portable and permanent backup electric and diesel generators
<h5>RELATED TASKS</h5>
Maintains equipment records. Responsible for inventory of spare parts and initiates procurement of replacement supplies and equipment as necessary
Work closely with supervisor and third-party contractors on project progress, estimates, etc.
Plans, designs, and prepares electrical plans for building permits;
Provides materials lists for projects as needed
Promotes continuous adnce and improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Performs related tasks as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
<h5>Knowledge of:</h5>
Standard practices, tools, terminology, and functions of the electrical trade and the hazards involved
High degree of knowledge of methods and techniques to install, repair and maintain electric or diesel generator technology
Commercial power generators and large industrial power generation equipment
Electrical theory, and a thorough knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), as well as State and Local electrical codes and ordinances Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as use of insulated tools and other safety related precautions
Safety hazards including but not limited to Arc Flash Hazard labels OSHA recommendations and requirements regarding best practices while working on or near energized equipment
General office practices and procedures
Skilled in:
The use of electrical maintenance, repair, and test equipment
Troubleshooting and mechanical diagnostics
Techniques necessary to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts
Techniques necessary to determine safe clearance distances and the corresponding voltages to which the incumbent will be exposed
Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and general computer proficiency
Reading comprehension - both of routine communications as well as technical manuals, diagrams, or other work-related documents
Ability to:
Work a variable five (5) day schedule within a seven (7) day week
Participate in emergency twenty-four (24) hour call out status rotation
Establish and maintain effective and positive relations with City officials, associates, consultants, and the general public
Perform essential functions and related tasks while using best judgement and application of necessary safety precautions. Must be able to wear safety glasses and safety harness, safety shoes/boots, Arc Flash PPE, flame retardant uniforms and hearing protectors.
Troubleshoot and perform diagnostic testing of energized electrical equipment
Assess and perform repairs to complex electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment
Perform manual work over extended periods of time
Use hand and power tools applicable to trade
Exercise time management and proficient with estimating time required to complete tasks
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Satisfactory completion of a four-year electrical apprenticeship program AND seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction or maintenance electrician OR Possess a Journeyman Electrician certification AND have seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction or maintenance electrician OR
Have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as an industrial maintenance electrician
Possession of a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license
<h5>POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS</h5>
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:
Criminal Background Check
Motor Vehicles (MVR) Check
Employment Verification
Educational Verification
Certification/License Verification
Professional References Check
<h5>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h5>
Abstained from the use of all tobacco products and electronic cigarettes (also called e-cigarettes), for at least one year prior to their date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products, and electronic cigarettes, at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.
May be required to obtain an A, B, or C Commercial Drivers License depending on the type of motor equipment used.
Required tools upon employment:
Screwdriver Set
Allen Wrench Set
Nut Driver Set
25 ft. tape Measure
Needle Nose Pliers
Wire Strippers
Scratch awl
Open end wrench set
6" Combination wrench
8" Combination Wrench
Hack Saw
Straight tin snips
Torpedo Level
Channel Locks
Diagonal Cutter
Lineman Pliers
Hammer
Hacksaw
3 lb. Hammer
Utility Knife
Flat File
Round File
The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Employer
City of Boca Raton
Address
201 W. Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
Phone
561-393-7805