Salary : $56,594.10 - $90,324.62 Annually
Location : WWS Copans, 2555 W Copans Rd., Pompano Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1414305
Department: PW WWS Ops Div WW Collec
Opening Date: 03/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCESTheBroward County Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates for the following exciting opportunity: INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN - WATER/WASTEWATERNOTE: Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any timeGeneral DescriptionPerforms a variety of advanced journey level electrician work in maintaining County facilities and industrial equipment. This classification is distinguished from the Electrician classification due to the regular operation on live circuits with higher levels of voltage (i.e. 4160). Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Job SummaryThe primary function of the Industrial Electrician is working on live-circuits from low voltage to high voltage on a daily basis. This position requires "hands-on" industrial electrical experience. Duties include, but are not limited to: installing/troubleshooting issues for electrical motors, pumps, panels, disconnects, generators, variable frequency drives, soft starts and programmable logic controllers; troubleshooting three-phase electrical panels with the following voltages: 115 volts, 230 volts, 480 volts, and 4160 volts switchgear; isolating switchgear including: breakers, transformers, transfer switches, generators, and control panels; exercising independent judgment concerning equipment in service, during standby duty or off-duty hours.
Requires the following abilities, including but not limited to: isolating and/or switching power to electrical load centers from one center to the next; interpreting drawings and schematics for troubleshooting electrical control circuits - live and isolated; identifying electrical hazards; exercising proper knowledge of PPE and utilizing such as required; performing a variety of electrical maintenance tasks concerning Plant equipment and its related auxiliaries, such as: variable frequency drives, soft starts, and programmable logic controllers; interacting with management, staff, and the public to identify and resolve service needs; determining the amount of materials, supplies, equipment, and time that are needed to complete assigned work.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires four (4) years' experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance or closely related field; including one (1) year experience working with 4160 volts in an industrial environment.
Special Certifications and Licenses Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License class E or higher, for duration of appointment.
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check, including fingerprinting. Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all employees (depending on area of assignment) must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Ability to obtain and maintain Airfield driving privileges for movement and non-movement areas.Preferences-Vocational/Technical or Associates Degree in the electrical work.
-Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in related field.
-Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level I Certification.
-Vendor Certification in VFD Installation, commissioning, and/or programming experience.
-Certification in the following areas: SCADA/Allen Bradley PLC and I/O Construction commissioning and/or programming experience; Calibrating, installing, commissioning, and/or programming differential pressure and magnetic flow meters/pressure and sonic-level transmitters; Analytical instrumentation installation and maintenance.
-Broward County Master Electrician Certification above Journeyman Electrician.
-At least two (2) years of experience working in a water and wastewater operations environment.
SCOPE OF WORKDuties and ResponsibilitiesThe 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, repairs, and maintains electrical components of high voltage industrial equipment.
Installs and troubleshoots high voltage electrical apparatus that may include motors, breakers pumps, control panels, disconnect switches, generators, variable frequency drives, soft starts, programmable logic controllers and motors up to 1000 HP.
Performs daily work and maintenance on live circuits with 3-phase 480 volts as a standard; includes working on 230 volts and 115 volts.
Quality tests, inspects and switches 4160-volt switchgear.
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.
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. - Self-Development:
Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Demonstrates strong commitment to own development by continuously updating knowledge, skills, and abilities. Shows strong enthusiasm for seeking learning opportunities. - Situational Adaptability:
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations. Considers the needs of clients, constituents, and the organization; shifts priorities appropriately.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical DemandsPhysical 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; small spaces.
SPECIAL INFORMATIONCounty Core ValuesAll 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.
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County-wide Emergency ResponsibilitiesNote: 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of County-paid life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Employees who are hired into a full-time, or part-time position working 20 hours per week, are considered benefits-eligible. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
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