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Salary : $63,000.00 - $69,000.00 Annually Job Type: Full-time Department: Public Services Division: Facilities Maintenance General Statement of Job Exciting Opportunity for an Electrician Must possess a State of Florida or Broward County Journeyman Electrical License At the City of Tamarac, we believe that a career in public service is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community we serve. Guided by our core values of Teamwork, Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, and Integrity, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute their talents. As part of our team, you'll help shape a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking community - working alongside colleagues who share a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Join us in building a better Tamarac, where your work matters and your contributions create a lasting impact. Performs skilled technical work performing electrical installations and repairs for the City of Tamarac. Work involves diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical fixtures, equipment, and systems in the city's buildings, equipment, and property. Work is performed under minimal supervision with moderate latitude in the use of initiative. Position relies on experience and exercises some independent judgement to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures. Reports to Facility Management Supervisor or designee. Essential Job Functions The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. 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. Staff may also perform other duties as assigned. Inspects, tests, diagnoses, repairs, or installs a wide range of AC/DC electrical equipment; checks for systems and operating components for power functionality and determines if non-electrical or outside repair services are required. Erects, connects, operates, and maintains lighting, electrical, and sound systems; operates generators incidental to the completion of assigned tasks. Revamps, disassembles, tests, diagnoses, repairs, rewires, and replaces malfunctioning parts, and reassembles a variety of lighting fixtures including but not limited to, sodium, mercury vapor, quartz-halogen, fluorescent, incandescent, or other types of light fixtures. Repairs, replaces, or installs new interior and exterior fixtures, including those on rooftops, upper-level exterior walls, posts and poles, at ground level, in water features, and in underground trenches. Repairs or adjusts lighting-related equipment and activators such as timers, relays and switches, and photocells. Routinely maintains and inspects the adequacy of electrical equipment in all city facilities, interior and exterior, to ensure compliance with applicable codes and safety regulations; advises supervisor of any unsafe or non-compliant conditions. Guides and/or instructs department personnel to perform various routine repair tasks such as heating solder, cleaning lead sleeves, and obtaining tools required to perform the task at hand; reviews and tests their work for conformance to instructions, proper connection, and operating efficiency. Develops technical specifications for the maintenance or installation of electrical systems. Designs and permits new electrical construction or renovations; installs and/or oversees the installation of all conduits, wiring, and panels as required for such projects. Designs and implements energy management systems to maximize efficiency of city electricity use; installs and maintains temporary electrical systems for special events; remains on-site for special events to monitor electrical systems. Installs computer network, data communications, and telephone lines. Safely and carefully uses equipment and power, hand, and diagnostic tools required to complete assigned tasks; maintains and repairs assigned equipment and tools. Inspects the work of external contractors to ensure compliance with technical specifications; prepares cost estimates and schedules for assigned projects. Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits a variety of reports and documents such as permits, blueprints, diagrams, mechanical drawings, purchase requisitions, bid specifications, project records, daily log, and correspondence. Adheres to all City and public health and safety guidelines and protocols; performs job functions in a safe manner and reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures. Maintains quality communication and interaction with all City employees, representatives from external organizations, and the public to maintain good will toward the city and to project a positive City image. Demonstrates behaviors that support the City's Vision and Values. Maintains on-call work availability as assigned, to prepare for, respond to, or recover from a hurricane, tropical weather event, or other emergency to meet the city's obligation to remain operational before, during, and after the event; duties assigned may or may not be typical of the job and are contingent upon the needs of the city and the residents because of the event. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Supervisory Responsibilities Trains and works with staff to correct deficiencies. Pay and Bargaining Status This is a non-exempt position pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is within the blue collar bargaining unit covered by the City of Tamarac and Federation of Public Employees (FPE) collective bargaining agreement. This position is paid on an hourly basis, issued bi-weekly, and subject to overtime pay in accordance with the terms of the current City of Tamarac and FPE collective bargaining agreement. Minimum Qualifications High School/Vocational diploma or technical certification required; supplemented by four (4) years of skilled electrical experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience. Required Certifications and Licenses May be required to possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver license and the ability to travel independently from one city location to another or to offsite location/S, and obtain a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire. National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required (and sponsored) according to job duties and responsibilities. Must possess a State of Florida or Broward County Journeyman Electrical License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS State of Florida or Broward County Master Electrical License. NOTE: , minimum qualifications, and the standards required to perform the essential functions are detailed in the official job description. The City of Tamarac is a drug-free workplace. Recommended candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to appointment, as appropriate. An eligible veteran or spouse of veteran shall receive preference in the selection process as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, a candidate MUST submit a copy of a DD-214, Certificate of Discharge, or Statement of Eligibility with their application. FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: January 9, 2025. Subject to closing at that time, or when sufficient number of applications are received. 01 What is your highest level of education? High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or greater None of these 02 How many years of skilled electrical experience do you possess? 0-1 years of experience 2-3 years of experience 4 years of experience 5 or more years of experience 03 Do you have a State of Florida or Broward County Journeyman Electrical License? Yes No 04 Do you have a class CDL B? Yes No 05 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing these supplemental questions, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. Yes, I understand and agree No, I do not agree 06 Do you have a Florida or Broward County Master Electrical License? Yes No Required Question