What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at City of Fort Lauderdale?
This position requires a Journeyman Electrician Certificate of Competency issued by Broward County and a CDL License.
Installs, maintains, repairs, and replaces electric parts and equipment, motors, street lighting, and electrical wiring systems.
In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants). Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Performs electrical work in new construction, maintenance and repair in municipal buildings and facilities
- Installs, maintains, modifies, and repairs electrical systems, fixtures, and equipment including power appliances, motors, generators, conduit, switches, relays, control boxes, transformers, lighting fixtures, street lights, new services, bridges, and other electrical systems and equipment
- Tests electrical systems and equipment, detects causes of electrical failures and malfunctions; replaces and/or repairs components
- Ensures compliance of electrical systems and equipment with applicable codes
- Calculates line loading leads to determine wire and equipment size and capacity
- Prepares sketches for electrical layouts and installation
- Maintains records of work performed; submits reports as required
- Selects and obtains price bids for electrical equipment; orders equipment; processes paper work
- Assists in the supervision and training of employees, as needed
- Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints
- Perform solar lighting repairs
- Performs related work as required
This position requires a Journeyman Electrician Certificate of Competency issued by Broward County and a CDL License.
- High School Diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a vocational / technical certification in electric work and 5 years or more of experience at the journeyman level.
- Journeyman Electrician Certificate issued by the Broward County Central Examining Board.
- Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days after hire
- A Commercial Class B driver's license may be required depending on assigned location
- If claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach a copy of the DD214 Member 4 form (or other supporting claim documents) to your on-line application.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
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; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.
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