Plant Electrician

Plant Electrician (Industrial Maintenance Electrician)

City of Boca Raton, Florida Utility Services

Pay: $27.54 - $37.35 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Boca Raton, Florida

Competitive Benefits & Perks

No-cost employee Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (base plan)

15 paid holidays annually (12 recognized holidays plus 3 floating holidays)

Pension and retirement plan options

City contribution of 7% of base wages through the Defined Contribution Plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual Continuous Service Benefit after five years of service

Stable government employment with long-term career growth opportunities

Strong work-life balance

Join the City of Boca Raton

The City of Boca Raton is seeking a skilled Plant Electrician / Industrial Maintenance Electrician to support critical water and wastewater operations. In this role, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment essential to keeping treatment facilities operating safely and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced electricians seeking competitive pay, outstanding benefits, retirement security, and a stable career serving one of South Florida's premier municipalities.

What You'll Do

Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install electrical and electronic equipment

Maintain low- and medium-voltage electrical systems up to 5,000 volts

Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, motor starters, motor controls, switchgear, and power distribution equipment

Maintain and repair Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and soft starters

Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain emergency generators and transformers

Install and repair electrical panels, lighting systems, conduits, wiring devices, and related electrical infrastructure

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment

Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals

Utilize computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) to document work activities

Participate in a 24-hour emergency call-out rotation

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

In addition, candidates must possess ONE of the following:

Completion of a four-year electrical apprenticeship program plus seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction, or maintenance electrician

Journeyman Electrician certification plus seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction, or maintenance electrician

Ten (10) years of experience as an industrial plant maintenance electrician, industrial electrician, maintenance electrician, or plant electrical technician

Preferred Knowledge & Experience

Industrial electrical maintenance

Water or wastewater treatment facilities

Motor controls and electrical troubleshooting

Power distribution systems

Switchgear and emergency power systems

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

National Electrical Code (NEC)

Arc-flash safety and electrical safety procedures

Reading electrical blueprints, diagrams, and schematics

Preventive maintenance and diagnostic testing

License Requirements

Valid Florida Class E Driver License

Additional Requirements

Ability to participate in a rotating emergency call schedule

Ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment

Ability to wear required PPE including arc-flash gear, flame-resistant clothing, safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety harnesses

Must comply with the City's tobacco-free employment policy

Why Public Service?

As the second-largest city in Palm Beach County, Boca Raton is committed to providing exceptional public services while fostering a workplace built on Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust. This role offers the opportunity to apply your electrical expertise while supporting critical infrastructure that serves the community every day.

Apply Today

Applications must be submitted through the City of Boca Raton's online careers portal.

Application Deadline: August 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time