JOB
High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.Two (2) years of experience and/or training demonstrating journeyperson knowledge, skills, and abilities in general maintenance work to include HVAC, electrical, electronics, plumbing or carpentry. Such experience should be clearly demonstrated in the initial application or resume.Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance. Driver license must show current address. All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three (3) year, seven (7) year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted. If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 10 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehiclesThe search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented on the application.To view information on obtaining the required Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history, please click on the following link: Driving History *Salary is negotiable within the pay range based on experience.*
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform a wide variety of installation maintenance and repair work in one or more of the trade disciplines within the Department of Detention and Community Programs of the Broward Sheriff's Office. Incumbents assigned to a detention environment are responsible for installing and maintaining highly sophisticated state-of-the-art systems designed to support effective and efficient corrections operations, e.g., security systems, lock-down systems, and communications systems. Incumbents assigned to Fire Rescue are responsible for maintaining medical equipment and devices in compliance with departmental standards. Incumbents perform essential functions as outlined herein according to functional area of assignment. Performs related work as directed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis. BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.