Electrician Job Fort Lauderdale area,Florida USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Job Overview

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

NOTE:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to represent 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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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.

To claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service‑connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statutes.

Physical Standards

The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Information

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

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