Vocational Apprenticeship - Plant Mechanic - Part-Time

Utility Services Apprenticeship Program

Utility Services provide water and wastewater services for about 130,000 customers in the City of Boca Raton. The Department employs over 150 full-time employees serving this customer base and meeting the regulatory requirements of the industry. We strive to recruit, hire and retain the most dedicated and qualified employees. The Vocational Apprenticeship Program (the Program) provides an opportunity for individuals to acquire skills through practical on-the-job work experience, and, provides the City of Boca Raton with potential applicants for future permanent employment. Interested applicants should read information outlined below.

Apprentices will be required to follow all City safety policies and procedures and attend all required on the job safety and technical training programs as it pertains to the job. Apprentices must follow the City timekeeping procedures and report to work in a timely prompt manner.

Minimum Requirements for Apprenticeship Program:

• Graduation from High School or attending an accredited Technical Vocational School or Community College will supplement this requirement.
• Available to work Monday thru Friday between 7.00am to 4.30pm.
• A desire to pursue a career in municipal government

Qualifications: The applicant must be of good moral character, have good communication skills, strong work ethic, be able to follow written and verbal directions, and be able to work well with others. In addition, but not limited to have the ability to:

• Ability to lift, carry or push 50 pounds.
• Possession of a Class E Florida Drivers License with less than six points in the past three years.
• Have some basic knowledge and training in any of the following areas: Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Welding, Machining, Carpentry, Construction, Instrumentation, Computer Repair & Programming.
• Should not have used or consumed tobacco products in the last year.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, noise and etc.
• Must be able to wear and/or use appropriate personal protection equipment.

Program Term: Requires a minimum commitment of six (6) months, preferably one (1) year.

Available Positions:

1. Plant Mechanic Apprentice -- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or technical vocational school and at least six months documented experience in maintenance work involving any of the following: plumbing, carpentry, masonry, welding, construction, HVAC, and mechanical repair and installations.

Expectations: Candidates selected for an Apprenticeship will be expected to comply with all the City and Department rules and regulations. In addition, candidates will be expected to:

1. Wear proper attire while working in accordance with the City of Boca Raton's personnel rules and regulations policy.
2. Required to follow all safety rules and regulations and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
3. Conduct him/herself in a professional manner
4. Clock in and out each day and manage schedule with assigned Departmental Apprenticeship Coordinator.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran-Friendly Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. The City is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Veterans' Preference: The City proudly supports veterans and provides employment preference to eligible veterans and other individuals as required by Florida law. Applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference are encouraged to indicate their eligibility and provide the required documentation during the application process.

Benefits

CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY Part-Time Employees ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year PAID LEAVE: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited. These hours may not accumulate and may only be granted with the approval of the employee's supervisor. This paid leave has no cash value at separation of employment. MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds.