Apprentice Electrician

Job Description EEO Statement The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services Non-Smoking The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace.
The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment.
The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
The City of Delray Beach has established a paid Vocational Apprenticeship Program.
The Apprenticeship Program provides practical on-the-job work experience to individuals who have an interest in learning a trade that will prepare them with skills needed to build a career and potentially qualify for future employment with the City.
The Electrician Apprentice will learn to provide electrical and mechanical work on the water treatment plant, pump stations, wells, and lift stations or on systems within city buildings, facilities, and related appurtenances, depending on departmental assignment.
Apprentice positions are for one year and will be authorized to work up to 29 hours per week.
Essential Job Duties The following duties are normal for this position.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Other duties may be required and assigned.
Learn to perform electrical and mechanical work in water treatment plant, lift stations, wells, and pump stations or city owned buildings, facilities and other related areas.
Perform preventive maintenance activities.
Maintain and repair telemetry equipment electrical equipment, HVAC, street and parking lot lighting as assigned.
Perform maintenance work as directed.
Assist with other work as directed.
Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
Minimum Qualifications HS Diploma or acceptable equivalency or some technical vocational education/training.
At least 18 years of age Must be enrolled in a vocational program or be a recent graduate of such.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s license with a good driving record.
Some knowledge of electrical equipment, controls, telemetry used in treatment plants and lift stations or H.
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Some knowledge of high and low voltage controls.
Ability to read plans, learn installation of electrical apparatus and install conduit systems.
Electrical and mechanical skills required.
Ability to perform manual labor as needed.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications Supplemental Information Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Physical Skills: Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying.
Reaching, Climbing, Pulling, Pushing, Walking, or Standing.
Distinguish colors.
Crawling, Kneeling, Bending, Balancing, toping, Driving Equipment Operation Environmental Conditions: Works inside.
Works outside in various weather conditions with noise, dust, fumes, grease or oils, electrical energy.
Slippery surfaces.
With moving objects or vehicles SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.