Electrician Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bocaratonfl/jobs/newprint/4906780) Apply  Electrician 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 + Description + Benefits + Questions . 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: Generator Specialty Functions: + 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 RELATED TASKS: + 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 adherence and improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices + Performs related tasks as required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: + 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 POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items: + Criminal Background Check + Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check + Employment Verification + Educational Verification + Certification/License Verification + Professional References Check SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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 (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-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. CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY SEIU Employees ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours. 0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month 5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month 10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month 15 years and over 14 hours per month CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year. SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows: Continuous years of service Percentage Less than 2 full years 0% 2 to 5 full years 10% 5 to 10 full years 20% 10 full years or more 30% Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50% HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans. CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows: 5 to 10 full years $600 annually 10 to 15 full years $800 annually 15 full years and over $1,000 annually RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below: + The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatorycontribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period forthis plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period. + An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution. + The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection. Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available. HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays. FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds. MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year. EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.