Industrial Elecctrician - Town Of Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
About the Job
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB:
The Town of Palm Beach is an internationally acclaimed destination known worldwide for its extraordinary beauty, small-town charm, and exceptional service standards. Our residents are some of the world's most influential people and they choose Palm Beach to call home because of the amazing quality of life. The Town is seeking a key position to perpetuate its values, of excellence and reliability in this one-of-a-kind setting.
Do you share these values? Are you ready for the challenge? Come be part of our team!
The Town of Palm Beach employees are driven by the vision to deliver the highest quality service by continuously improving and always striving to be the standard by which all others are measured. The employees of the Town commit to and are guided by the following values:
- Respect for everyone;
- Highest ethical standards;
- Cooperation and teamwork;
- Commitment to quality;
- Spirit of innovation;
- Open and timely communication; and
- Personal responsibility and accountability.
If you share these values, apply to join our team.
This is skilled work at the journeyman level with proficiency in the installation, maintenance and diagnostic repair of electrical motor control systems, lift stations, storm pumping stations, and telemetry systems. The primary responsibility of the Industrial Electrician is performing diagnostic repairs, preventative maintenance, and installation of complex motor control systems associated with pump and lift stations. Other work involves limited diagnostic repair and maintenance of traffic control systems, building electrical systems, and street lighting throughout the Town of Palm Beach. Employees are assigned to specific projects and/or maintenance tasks and are expected to apply journeyman skills in completing the project. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Utilities Maintenance Supervisor. Employees in this classification may act as lead workers or supervise unskilled helpers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Analysis, maintenance, and repair of electrical motor control systems in storm and lift stations; this includes programmable controllers, current relays, relay logic and other associated pump and motor control devices.
Megging and analysis of pump motors is required, including variable frequency drives (VFDs) and submersible type motors.
Maintenance and repair of power distribution systems including motor control centers, distribution panels, and other various power supplies
Works in and around electrical control cabinets with 480-volt supply voltage.
Diagnoses and repairs electrical problems relating to generators and automatic transfer switches (ATSs), including periodic megging, testing and inspection to ensure proper operation of all Town-owned generators and ATSs.
Calibrates various types of transducers and level control systems including Multitrode, Contegra and back up float systems.
Maintains telemetry systems (radio and hard wired) for pump stations and traffic monitoring.
Installs, tests, and maintains traffic control equipment, specifically Econolite traffic control systems and cabinets.
Works in Town-owned buildings diagnosing and repairing electrical problems including lighting, power, and UPS systems.
Works on Town-owned street lighting system diagnosing, testing, and repairing problems on an as needed basis, including various types of lighting control including time clocks and photo cells.
MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent
Electrical trade school training preferred.
Minimum of four years of experience as an electrician required.
Minimum of three years of experience in installation, maintenance, and diagnostic repair of electrical motor control systems, lift stations, storm pumping stations, and telemetry systems.
Some supervisory experience preferred.
A valid State of Florida Class E Operators License required and a valid Palm Beach County or State of Florida Journeyman Electrician's License preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Considerable knowledge and skills in the practices, methods, tools, and materials used in the electrical trade.
Considerable Knowledge of the construction and functions of a wide variety of electrical equipment used in, lift and storm stations including analysis, maintenance, and repair of electrical motor control systems associated with these stations.
Working knowledge of the National Electric Code.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the electrical trade and of necessary safety precautions including lock-out, tag-out procedures.
The ability to read and understand motor control schematics is required.
Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions and to read and interpret sketches, diagrams, blueprints, and motor control schematics.
Ability to think logically and work with a minimum amount of supervision.
Ability to operate and work safely from a bucket truck.
Ability to push and pull electrical equipment, reels, and generators weighing up to 200 pounds.
Software skills, or equivalent systems, for the following programs: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook (or equivalent), and EDEN or similar enterprise database.
Basic computer skills to operate, monitor, and program video detection and telemetry systems.
Ability to see small part numbers and technical data; have distance acuity sufficient to assist in flagging traffic and seeing traffic signals; and ability to identify colors and numbers in control wiring.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OR CONDITIONS:
The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required, weekly or up to daily, to:
lift or carry objects up to 100 pounds;
stand up for more than up to two hours at a time;
stoop and bend;
reach and grasp objects;
use manual dexterity or fine motor skills.
have the ability to identify and distinguish colors;
communicate orally;
hear;
push or pull carts or other such objects;
proofread and check documents for accuracy;
use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data;
use a video display terminal;
work in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts; and/or
work in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, odors or the like;
work in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other conditions;
work with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls;
operate automobile, van, and/or Town vehicle;
be able to work a fluctuating work schedule based upon the need of the department; and/or
work at heights up to 30 feet above ground, below ground, and in confined spaces.
The employee may sometimes be required to lift or carry objects more than100 pounds;
Job description specifications are intended to present an illustrative description of the range of duties, the scope of responsibility and the required level of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to describe the primary functions of the job. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed by the employees in each position assigned to the class. Individuals may perform other duties as needed, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload as required by business necessity.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 57,208.00 91,578.00 Per Year
The Town of Palm Beach is an internationally acclaimed destination known worldwide for its extraordinary beauty, small-town charm, and exceptional service standards. Our residents are some of the world's most influential people and they choose Palm Beach to call home because of the amazing quality of life. The Town is seeking a key position to perpetuate its values, of excellence and reliability in this one-of-a-kind setting.
Do you share these values? Are you ready for the challenge? Come be part of our team!
The Town of Palm Beach employees are driven by the vision to deliver the highest quality service by continuously improving and always striving to be the standard by which all others are measured. The employees of the Town commit to and are guided by the following values:
- Respect for everyone;
- Highest ethical standards;
- Cooperation and teamwork;
- Commitment to quality;
- Spirit of innovation;
- Open and timely communication; and
- Personal responsibility and accountability.
If you share these values, apply to join our team.
This is skilled work at the journeyman level with proficiency in the installation, maintenance and diagnostic repair of electrical motor control systems, lift stations, storm pumping stations, and telemetry systems. The primary responsibility of the Industrial Electrician is performing diagnostic repairs, preventative maintenance, and installation of complex motor control systems associated with pump and lift stations. Other work involves limited diagnostic repair and maintenance of traffic control systems, building electrical systems, and street lighting throughout the Town of Palm Beach. Employees are assigned to specific projects and/or maintenance tasks and are expected to apply journeyman skills in completing the project. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Utilities Maintenance Supervisor. Employees in this classification may act as lead workers or supervise unskilled helpers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Analysis, maintenance, and repair of electrical motor control systems in storm and lift stations; this includes programmable controllers, current relays, relay logic and other associated pump and motor control devices.
Megging and analysis of pump motors is required, including variable frequency drives (VFDs) and submersible type motors.
Maintenance and repair of power distribution systems including motor control centers, distribution panels, and other various power supplies
Works in and around electrical control cabinets with 480-volt supply voltage.
Diagnoses and repairs electrical problems relating to generators and automatic transfer switches (ATSs), including periodic megging, testing and inspection to ensure proper operation of all Town-owned generators and ATSs.
Calibrates various types of transducers and level control systems including Multitrode, Contegra and back up float systems.
Maintains telemetry systems (radio and hard wired) for pump stations and traffic monitoring.
Installs, tests, and maintains traffic control equipment, specifically Econolite traffic control systems and cabinets.
Works in Town-owned buildings diagnosing and repairing electrical problems including lighting, power, and UPS systems.
Works on Town-owned street lighting system diagnosing, testing, and repairing problems on an as needed basis, including various types of lighting control including time clocks and photo cells.
MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent
Electrical trade school training preferred.
Minimum of four years of experience as an electrician required.
Minimum of three years of experience in installation, maintenance, and diagnostic repair of electrical motor control systems, lift stations, storm pumping stations, and telemetry systems.
Some supervisory experience preferred.
A valid State of Florida Class E Operators License required and a valid Palm Beach County or State of Florida Journeyman Electrician's License preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Considerable knowledge and skills in the practices, methods, tools, and materials used in the electrical trade.
Considerable Knowledge of the construction and functions of a wide variety of electrical equipment used in, lift and storm stations including analysis, maintenance, and repair of electrical motor control systems associated with these stations.
Working knowledge of the National Electric Code.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the electrical trade and of necessary safety precautions including lock-out, tag-out procedures.
The ability to read and understand motor control schematics is required.
Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions and to read and interpret sketches, diagrams, blueprints, and motor control schematics.
Ability to think logically and work with a minimum amount of supervision.
Ability to operate and work safely from a bucket truck.
Ability to push and pull electrical equipment, reels, and generators weighing up to 200 pounds.
Software skills, or equivalent systems, for the following programs: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook (or equivalent), and EDEN or similar enterprise database.
Basic computer skills to operate, monitor, and program video detection and telemetry systems.
Ability to see small part numbers and technical data; have distance acuity sufficient to assist in flagging traffic and seeing traffic signals; and ability to identify colors and numbers in control wiring.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OR CONDITIONS:
The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required, weekly or up to daily, to:
lift or carry objects up to 100 pounds;
stand up for more than up to two hours at a time;
stoop and bend;
reach and grasp objects;
use manual dexterity or fine motor skills.
have the ability to identify and distinguish colors;
communicate orally;
hear;
push or pull carts or other such objects;
proofread and check documents for accuracy;
use a keyboard to enter and transform words or data;
use a video display terminal;
work in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts; and/or
work in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, odors or the like;
work in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other conditions;
work with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls;
operate automobile, van, and/or Town vehicle;
be able to work a fluctuating work schedule based upon the need of the department; and/or
work at heights up to 30 feet above ground, below ground, and in confined spaces.
The employee may sometimes be required to lift or carry objects more than100 pounds;
Job description specifications are intended to present an illustrative description of the range of duties, the scope of responsibility and the required level of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to describe the primary functions of the job. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed by the employees in each position assigned to the class. Individuals may perform other duties as needed, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload as required by business necessity.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 57,208.00 91,578.00 Per Year
Source : Town Of Palm Beach