City of DeLand

120 South Florida Avenue

DeLand, FL 32720

Phone: (386) 626-7000

 

Department:      208/Construction Maintenance                            Exempt:, No

Reports To:       Maintenance Construction Superintendent          Pay Grade/Wage: 120

Job Summary:

This is responsible skilled work at the master electrician level in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment, mechanical equipment, instrumentation and control equipment.  Work is performed under general direction of Maintenance Construction Superintendent.

Job Description:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiates and performs preventative maintenance programs.
• Inspects complex electrical and control equipment for proper operation.
• Repairs all electrical equipment and electronic components including lamp replacement.
• Performs routine inspections on operating equipment.
• Orders parts and materials as needed.
• Coordinates with power company and others as needed.
• Installs electrical circuitry, devices, and controls as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responds to after-hour emergencies as needed.
• On call rotation is required for this position.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an U.S. Department of Education accredited institution is required.
• Considerable experience in the maintenance of high voltage electrical systems and equipment, including experience in the repair and installation of instrumentation including: primary sensing devices, indicators, recorders, automated controls, radio telemetry equipment, small transformers, motor controls, 480 volt equipment, transfer switches, generators, control panels, general building power and lighting is required.
• Considerable construction knowledge with 3-5 years management experience is required.  
• Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) drive experience in troubleshooting, installing and programming is required.
• A State of Florida Certified Master Electrician (CME) license is preferred. In lieu of a CME license, candidates who possess a valid Registered Electrician (ER) license for Volusia Country will be considered. Should the ER license be issued from another Florida county, 60 days will be given to the qualified candidate to transfer ER license.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements except for licensure/certification requirements.

LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS          

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Must be First Aid and CPR/AED certified or get certified within six (6) months of hire.
• Possess and maintain a valid Registered Electrician (ER) license for Volusia Country or transfer from another Florida county within 60 days of hire.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND LICENSES

• A State of Florida Certified Master Electrician license is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS      

• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, the City's management team, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY      

• Ability to follow and apply common sense understanding, to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations when immediate guidance from the supervisor may not be available.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety manuals, instructions, memos, blueprints, schematics, financial reports, work orders, and professional journals.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all sizes of electrical equipment, controls, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment, such as, but not limited to controls, telemetry, recorders, transformers, switches, and engines and related equipment.
• Knowledge of standard practices, tools, terminology, and safety standards of the electrical and mechanical trades.
• Ability to work independently and in a diligent manner.
• Good physical condition; possess sufficient agility and strength to perform manual work is essential.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA:  The employee may work inside in an office environment or outside in various weather conditions. The employee may be required to lift or carry up to 45 pounds, work in or with moving vehicles, from heights, electrical energy, grease or oils, or on uneven surfaces.

Lifting:  Lift up to 45 Pounds

Vision:  20/20 or corrected to 20/100

Environment:  Inside Work/Outside Work in Various Conditions,

Hearing:  Normal to High Noise Levels for Work Environment

*Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive.  The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.