Chief Electrician - Electric

Position: CHIEF ELECTRICIAN - ELECTRIC
This is a Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Non-Bargaining position based on a 40-hour work week with an hourly range of $46.04 to $50.49. The individual in this position will work out of the Power Plant Building located at 117 College Street, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461.

In addition, this position offers:

• Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Floating holidays
• City of Lake Worth Beach Medical Benefits that include Life Insurance, Dental and Vision coverage
• Retirement Plan

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a skilled, working, overseeing position. Technical work encompassing the installation, maintenance, overhaul, calibration and repair of all types of generating equipment, steam, gas turbines, diesel, circuitry, switch gear, relays, metering, transformers, motors, generators, wiring, boiler controls, and other related equipment at an electrical generating plant. Job involves moderate labor. General and specific assignments are received through plant administrative directives and conferences with considerable latitude for the use of independent judgment in the selection of work methods and procedures.

Reports to the Maintenance Foreman.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility.

Employees may also perform related work as required.

• Performs all the duties required of a Journeyman Electrician, such as installing new equipment, tearing down, evaluating, rebuilding, running conductor, pulling wire, and testing the operation of various types power plant equipment. Troubleshoots problems, analyzes data, conducts tests and provides solutions.
• Assigns, coordinates, and oversees related work of subordinates. Keeps records, time sheets, payroll records, reports activities, orders spare parts, maintains specified inventory, and performs related work as required.
• Works in close cooperation and coordination with the Chief Shift Leaders and Maintenance Foreman to assure the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of the Plant.
• Assists in budgeting process for various jobs, equipment, and other job-related materials.
• Coordinates with outside contractors. Obtains price quotes and requisitions parts as required.
• Oversees employees and implements all applicable rules, regulations, environmental, safety, and City Power Plant policies. Responsible for implementing required disciplinary action when applicable.
• Oversees employees maintaining work areas and other assigned areas in a safe, clean condition.
• Operates and maintains computerized work request system and other computerized records.
• Effectively and independently oversees maintenance and control of equipment within established procedures under all circumstances including emergency conditions.
• Technically and operationally understands all power plant systems, including electrical switch gear up to 2,400 volts, and the ability to safely and effectively oversee and/or operate these systems.
• Troubleshoots operational systems including problem identification, evaluation of alternative solutions, and implementation of proper corrective action, including minor mechanical adjustment or repairs, if necessary.
• Directs shift personnel and other employees to perform routine and emergency maintenance, including the knowledge to accurately indicate the location and operation of all plant equipment, valves and electrical switch gear.
• Trains and evaluates the performance of newly hired or promoted Electrical maintenance personnel. Provides all appropriate/required training and evaluation for all maintenance personnel.
• Enforces all applicable rules, regulations, environmental, safety, City and Power Plant policies.
• Oversees, assigns, inspects and assumes the responsibility for daily maintenance, corrosion removal/prevention, cleaning, and safety/environmental related housekeeping of the power plant, control rooms, containment areas, equipment, and other areas as directed or assigned.
• Oversees and assumes the responsibility for maintaining accurate, preventive maintenance reports as well as hourly review of and reporting problems indicated by automated logs.
• Reviews all required records and logs for accuracy and corrects any deficiencies or errors.
• Coordinates with contractors on safety, environmental and other related concerns.
• Oversees and instructs subordinate personnel in the proper methods of starting, stopping, and operating turbine-generators, auxiliary equipment, and all other equipment necessary to generate load requirements.
• Makes periodic inspections of the power plant and equipment to see that is it functioning properly.
• Issues clearances and isolates all equipment that is out for repairs…