Structure Electrician 0597

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Floridas most vital resources water with a career at theSouthwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources minimize flood risks and ensure the publics water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6million people in westcentral Florida as directed by state law.

Join our Operations Bureau

Support the Districts Operations Bureau in this challenging and rewarding position. As a Structure Electrician you will utilize your broad understanding of electrical code regulations and a variety of tools and equipment to maintain the operational readiness of the Districts water control structures. The Structure Electrician will inspect repair and maintain generators fixtures machinery and automated equipment on the Districts structure control systems. This position will utilize their highly skilled journeymans electrician certification in conjunction with District structure schematics and procedures for troubleshooting and installations.

This opportunity offers an ability to make an impact on the organization and provides flexibility and a true worklife balance. Youll have the chance to work with a wide range of teams in this promising position each of which plays a vital role in our efforts to preserve our most valuable natural resources. Using your expertise youll play an important role in enhancing results to ensure a brighter future for the environment of Florida.

District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63
• 9 paid holidays 1 floating holiday)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave including Maternity Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program
• Medical and dental insurance 91 97 District paid)
• Vision insurance
• Deferred compensation Program
• Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Longterm disability (District Paid)
• Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
• Health savings & flexible spending accounts

• Flexible schedule for Worklife balance
• Legal and Identity Theft protection
• Wellness program
• Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition reimbursement $5250/year)
• State adoption benefit qualified employer
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Transfer in years of service for other public sector work towards the FRS program and sick time

Starting Compensation:

Structure Electrician 4: $18.36 $25.57
Future earning potential: $18.36 $28.45
Structure Electrician 5: $20.84 $29.00
Future earning potential: $20.84 $32.27

The starting salary range for the Maintenance and Trades Technician positionreflects the minimum to 71.4 of the compensation. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.

Essential Functions

• Perform highly technical and skilled work on the lighting power generator and control systems of water control structures.
• Perform electrical work and inspection on wiring fixtures outlets automated controls cameras pumps generators batteries and other electrical components.
• Replace and repair electrical equipment and devices as required.
• Maintains a broad understanding of electrical code regulations as they apply to water control structures to check and ensure compliance.
• Read interpret and follow specifications blueprints or technical drawings and manuals for installations and/or troubleshooting.
• Maintain structure electrical power emergency power communication and gate control equipment and functions.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control failures.
• Operate a heavyduty utility truck and trailer high lift boat string trimmer chain saw sprayer pumps and generators.
• Respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring response in support of District designated events.
• Additional duties as assigned (e.g. painting sand blasting welding metal work hydraulic repair mechanical repair concrete repair pressure washing preventative maintenance sign installation and routine inspections).

Working Conditions

Physical Visual Acuity Requirements: Heavy Work Arm Reach Climbing Balancing Stooping Kneeling Crouching Crawling Reaching Standing Walking Pushing Pulling Lifting Grasping Feeling Talking Hearing Repetitive Motion

Working Environmental Conditions: Both Inside and Outside work Cold Heat Noise Vibration Hazards Atmosphere Enclosed Hiking Narrow Bites Remote Weather Driving Electrical Equip Power Tools Time Limits Feral Above Ground

Employee may be subject to callin outside of regularly scheduled work hours or required to be on call including on nights weekends or holidays to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations.

Required Credentials for Structure Electrician

Structure Electrician 5

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Six 6 years related work experience in structure operations or other related maintenance field
• Valid drivers license
• Valid Journeyman Electrician certification

Structure Electrician 6

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Seven 7 years related work experience in structure operations or other related maintenance field
• Valid drivers license
• Valid Journeyman Electrician certification

Application Process

The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete in full the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met.

Additional Details

This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week Monday to Thursday out of the Brooksville FL office. This position is eligible for overtime time for hours worked over 40 hours in a week.

Travel Required

Yes.Extensive travel using District vehicle within Districts coverage area.

Accepting applications until April 23 2025 at 4:00 PM

About Us

The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includesapproximately 10000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a floodprotection agency our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users protect and preserve our water resources manage the water supply protect water quality and preserve waterrelated functions.

Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences association memberships and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply.

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/DrugFree Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses.

All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race color religion ancestry national origin age sex marital status familial status or medical condition. All recruitment hiring placements transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills knowledge and abilities and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s).

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures hiring and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application interviewing completing any preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief at 2379 Broad St. Brooksville FL; telephoneor(FL only); or email .If you are hearing or speech impaired please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service(TDD) or(Voice). In the event of a complaint please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters/ADA.

The District participates in EVerify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees Form I9 to confirm work authorization.

The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas.