What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Assistant position at City of Fort Lauderdale, FL?
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 JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of 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.
- Maintains and repairs electrical equipment for the city
- Maintains and repairs streetlights, park field lights, and parking lot lights
- Disposes of broken light bulbs according to EPA standards
- Maintains inventory or materials required for job; orders materials as needed
- Troubleshoots, monitors, and maintains low voltage wastewater pumping station alarm units throughout the city and surrounding service Public Works
- Uses electrical and electronic test equipment, such as voltmeters, meggers and ammeters to check the condition of electrical and electronic systems and equipment and to detect causes of electrical failures and malfunctions
- Maintains records of work performed
- Assist licensed electricians install and pull wire
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency supplemented by a vocational / technical certification in electric work.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience servicing, maintaining and/or repairing electrical systems.
- Depending on position, a Driver's License Class B may be required.
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.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
