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Make a dierence in the community you live in! As a Community Builderan employee with the City of Gainesville you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job its a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

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SUMMARY

This is highly skilled journey level technical electrical electronic and mechanical work installing calibrating and maintaining power plant electrical electronic digital pneumatic hydraulic and computer controlled instrumentation/controls equipment and systems.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its advanced technical skills and requirement to train and instruct personnel.

EXAMPLES OF WORK**

**This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Installs calibrates adjusts troubleshoots and repairs various types of power plant electrical electronic computer controls digital instruments and controls including but not limited to: combustion steam generation water systems controls combined cycle power plants gas turbine power plants coal handling systems burner management systems water treatment and processing systems and environmental monitoring and control equipment.

Installs inspects troubleshoots and repairs power plant instruments and electrical equipment including but not limited to: AC and DC motors generators and exciters high and low voltage switchgear circuit breakers relays and motor protective devices transformers switchboards storage batteries rectifiers motor generator sets voltage regulators maintenance shop equipment laboratory test equipment plant public address and telephone systems plant HVAC controls alarm and electrical control systems and fiber optic cable.

Maintains in proper working order all regular and emergency electrical power lighting and control equipment. Examines cleans and tests electrical equipment and wiring in accordance with plant preventive maintenance schedule.

Maintains and repairs outside equipment including but not limited to: yard lighting systems cooling towers fuel handling and water process treatment equipment switchgear power transformers combustion turbine electrical equipment controls and generators.

Works with and programs complex computer control systems including but not limited to: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) Distributive Controls Systems (DCSs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). Works with computer networking.

Uses test equipment including but not limited to: voltmeters ohmmeters ammeters phase indicators meggers and oscilloscopes.

Installs troubleshoots and maintains equipment working from blueprints sketches and manufacturers instructions.

Works safely on assigned systems and equipment with voltages up to and including 13800V.

Assists in planning and scheduling maintenance and prepares detailed records and reports in a timely manner.

Complies with information provided on Material Safety Data Sheets for all products. Handles and stores items properly.

Attends training courses to learn electrical electronic instrumentation and controls operation and maintenance requirements of power plant facilities and related support equipment.

Completes established training objectives for craft area assigned to journey level.

Provides training and instruction to subordinate personnel and advises an assigned supervisor of level of job knowledge skills and abilities of personnel in training.

Responds under emergency conditions.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists with cleaning of plant facilities and equipment and general housekeeping.

May be required to transport mix handle or use hazardous materials (other than cans of gasoline batteries pumping fuel or access to normal janitorial cleaning materials) or may be responsible for facilities or equipment carrying current fluids or gas that could endanger the public or other employees.

May be required to train and perform duties in emergency egress accidental spill incidents and other safety-related emergencies. Training may include attending HAZWOPER and emergency egress training.

May act in absence of supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education experience knowledge skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma; and completion of all requirements as established in the progression-through-training program(s) for Power Plant Instrumentation Controls and Electrical (ICE) Technician Apprentice or an equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

Must meet minimum Craft and Safety Training established for designated apprenticeship program within the guidelines established in the progression-through-training program.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Valid State of Florida driver license.

Certifications

None.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of principles and practices pertaining to the installation and maintenance of various types of power plant electrical electronic and/or instrumentation and controls systems and equipment.

Knowledge of steam turbine units combustion turbine units and combined cycle units.

Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules regulations and precautions.

Skill in installation maintenance and repair of power plant instruments.

Considerable knowledge of electrical instruments and controls theory.

Considerable knowledge of computer software and operating systems including but not limited to: DOS UNIX VMS Windows MS Office (Excel Word Access and Outlook) and other software used in the plant environment.

Knowledge of computer networking and of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Distributive Controls Systems (DCSs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

Skill in use and care of tools and equipment used in installation and adjustment of instruments and electrical systems and equipment.

Ability to inspect and analyze instruments to detect flaws or defects in their operation and make necessary corrective calculations.

Skill in hands-on operation with work-related equipment.

Ability to understand and work from logic diagrams schematic diagrams blueprints electrical diagrams and sketches; and to read comprehend and implement related work from technical bulletins manufacturers maintenance/repair instructions and information relating to power plant instrumentation and controls.

Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

Ability to read understand and comply with Material Safety Data Sheet.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to guide and train subordinate personnel in performance of their duties.

Ability to work effectively with coworkers and the general public.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires normal color vision to distinguish the color and severity of many control and safety devices.

Work requires the use of personal protection equipment including hearing protection eye protection foot protection hand protection head protection and use of respiratory protection including self-contained breathing units. This position requires the ability to use respiratory protection equipment in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.

Works at heights of over 100 feet on open grating or from aerial devices required including the ability to climb and descend stairs and ladders.

Work requires physical strength and agility sufficient to safely perform all essential job functions including the ability to lift carry push or pull 50 pounds without assistance and to stand kneel and stoop.

Must communicate orally see physical surroundings listen hear others respond to oral commands and demonstrate good communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work safely with hazardous chemicals and systems using hazardous chemicals including but not limited to: acids caustics water treatment and maintenance chemicals.

Work may require exposure to prolonged high noise levels requiring the use of personal protective equipment.

Work may require performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions.

Work may require performance of tasks in extreme heat as well as entering and maneuvering within confined areas requiring the use of special equipment.

Observes and adheres to proper lockout/tagout of plant equipment and systems in accordance with clearance procedures policies and practices.

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May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville oers a competitive benets package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All regular employees are eligible for traditional benets such as health insurance life insurance paid leave 11 paid a holidays a year a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan but we also oer great things like on-site tness centers tuition reimbursement on-site medical sta and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability who require special accommodations during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at or TDD/TTY at .

Veterans Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07 Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans Preference.

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