Technician, Senior Electrical

We’re looking for a skilled Technician, Senior Electrical, who takes pride in keeping our community’s critical infrastructure running safely and reliably.

In this role, you’ll work hands-on with the electrical systems that keep our water and wastewater treatment plants operating smoothly.

You’ll be an important part of the Utilities team—working independently in the field and alongside operators, maintenance crews, engineers, and supervisors to make sure each job is done safely, correctly, and on schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Keep essential water/wastewater treatment systems running. Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment at treatment plants and remote sites, ensuring all work meets safety standards and electrical codes.
• Solve complex electrical problems. Diagnose and repair issues with a variety of electrical systems and equipment including variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starts, and motor actuated valves.
• Perform preventive maintenance. Carry out scheduled inspections, testing, and service to extend equipment life, reduce downtime, and keep facilities operating efficiently.
• Use professional diagnostic tools. Operate and interpret multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, and other testing equipment to verify performance and pinpoint system issues.
• Read and follow technical plans. Interpret schematics, blueprints, and engineering documents to complete installations, repairs, and troubleshooting accurately.
• Make sound technical decisions in the field. Work independently, communicate clearly with your team and supervisors, and provide updates to ensure safe and coordinated operations.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of experience working with electrical systems (experience with wastewater systems is a plus).
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Licensing:

• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Supplemental Information

Why Work Here:

• Make a Difference: Help ensure that our community has clean water to drink and safe wastewater treatment.
• Use Modern Technology: Work with the latest tools and equipment to keep our water systems in great shape.
• Be Part of a Team: Join a group of dedicated people who care about providing high-quality water and wastewater services to the public.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

About the Department of Utilities

The Lee County Utilities Department helps make sure people have clean water to drink and that wastewater is safely treated. Our team works hard to keep everything running smoothly and safely. We use modern technology and skilled workers to provide high-quality water and wastewater services to the community. When you join our team, you'll help keep our water systems in top shape and make a real difference in people's lives.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.