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Electrician - Parks Maintenance Group - Tree Tops Park
Broward County
Parks DA Maint So Shop Constr
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800
Salary
$25.31 - $40.40
per hour
Type
Full Time
More Maintenance & Trades jobs →Closes
Not specified
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a skilled electrician to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in county parks and facilities, like lighting and power equipment at Tree Tops Park in Fort Lauderdale.
It's hands-on work that requires independence and problem-solving in outdoor settings.
A good fit would be someone with a couple of years of practical electrical experience who enjoys physical work and can adapt to flexible hours including weekends.
Key Requirements
- Two years of experience in electrical installation and maintenance
- Valid Florida Class E Driver's License with authority to drive county vehicles
- Ability to work flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Graduation from an accredited Electrical Vocational School (preferred)
- OSHA Safety Certificate in General or Construction (preferred)
- Three years of experience reading and building from blueprints or technical drawings (preferred)
- Three years working with Florida Building Code and compliance (preferred)
Full Job Description
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Electrician - Parks Maintenance Group at Tree Tops Park.
This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High Deductible Health Plan – Bi-Weekly Premiums:
Single ($10.90), Employee & Spouse ($27.91), Employee & Children ($20.91), Family ($80.79)
Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,000 Annually
Consumer-Driven Health Plan – Bi-Weekly Premiums:
Single $82.58 – Family $286.79
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation (Retirement Enhancement) – $2,000 Employee Match
$50,000 Term Life Insurance & AD&D at no cost to you
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year
Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave (Paid Time Off) for Eligible Positions
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually)
... and MUCH More!!
General Description
Performs a variety of journey level electrician work in maintaining County facilities.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two (2) years in electrical installation and maintenance or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses Required:
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License with authority to drive a county vehicle for duration of appointment.
Preferences:
Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Graduation from an accredited Electrical Vocational School
OSHA Safety Certificate (General, Construction)
Three years of experience reading and building top specifications off of blue prints or technical drawings.
Three years working with the Florida Building Code and complying with its standards and regulations.
Ability to speak foreign language (Spanish, French/Creole)
Additional Information:
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination, clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF%20AGMC.pdf). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination, clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF%20AGMC.pdf). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.
Requirements
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Installs branch circuits, lighting fixtures, sound systems, generators, motors and transformers; repairs relays, switches, control boxes and equipment such as fans, copying machines, switchboards, hand tools and communication equipment; replaces defective ballasts, circuit breakers, control transformers, receptacles and fuses; may supervise helpers assigned to various jobs.
Troubleshoots a variety of electrical equipment/system problems in order to identify the nature and extent of the maintenance/repair problem, identifies the type of repair/preventive measure needed, identify potential safety issues, etc.
Obtains materials, supplies, and equipment needed to complete assigned electrical project/work order in order to ensure materials needed to complete the assigned work order/project correctly and in a timely manner are available.
Estimates/determines materials, supplies, equipment, and time needed to complete assigned electrical work and orders/projects in order to facilitate scheduling, identify approximate costs and staffing needs, identify type/amount of materials needed, and/or ensure materials, supplies, and equipment needed are available.
Performs a variety of routine electrical maintenance/repairs in order to maintain facility/equipment in operating condition, ensure safe work environment, and/or ensure electrical service is not interrupted.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on a variety of electrical equipment/services in order to identify potential problems, minimize need for emergency repairs, and/or maximize the useful life of the equipment.
Interacts with the public and/or other staff in order to answer questions or identify their service needs.
Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to electrical shocks; heights.
Additional Information
Competencies- Manages Complexity
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
- Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization.
- Plans and Aligns
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
- Ensures Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Holds self to high standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. Scrupulously ensures all work is correct.
- Drives Results
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
- Communicates Effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others' insights, advice, or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
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