Electro Technician

Salary: $27.03 - $41.91 Hourly
Location : CMS Building - 4250 NW 10th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: TM038-13
Department: Utility Services
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


POSITION SUMMARY

Maintains Electrical Controls and associated equipment at water and wastewater plants, wastewater and water distribution facilities, wellfields, and tanks. Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs, troubleshoots, calibrates, programs, modifies, upgrades and tests a wide variety of electrical, electronic, and instrumentation equipment and software related to the water treatment plant and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Installs, maintains, repairs and replaces electrical, electronic and instrument systems and equipment. Services SCADA system and monitors, flowmeters, pump station alarm (dialers), and security systems (CCTV) in secured locations.
In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).
This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Works around medium voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals.
• Installs, maintains, repairs, and tests industrial electrical wiring systems, fixtures, motors, generators, transformers, and other industrial electrical and/or electronic equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintains switches, switch components, and transformers.
• Tests equipment for possible electrical trouble; repairs industrial electrical equipment and related components.
• Repairs and replaces industrial electrical and/or electronic panels, fuses, switches, and wiring.
• Lays out, tests, calibrates, and installs instruments and related devices used for controlling automatic equipment for measuring flow, pressure, temperature, etc.
• Maintains adequate records relating to installation, maintenance, testing, repair, and replacement of instruments, controls, and related devices.
• Procures parts and services as needed.
• Assists in preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
• May be required to perform "stand-by duty", being available and responding to off-duty emergency call-ins to effect repairs to malfunctioning electrical, electronic and/or instrument systems.
• Performs related work as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Have successfully graduated from an accredited high school or trade school, or possess an acceptable G.E.D. certificate, preferably supplemented with trade courses in industrial electricity, electronics or instrumentation.
2. Minimum of four (4) years of experience with electronic instrumentation and controls.
3. A relevant Associate's or higher-level degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience.
4. Electrician Journeyman License or Certification in Electronics is preferred.
5. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
6. To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link:

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, stoop, bend, crawl, kneel and climb ladders up to 30 feet in performing a variety of job-related tasks.


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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.
Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
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The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
01


Are you currently a Full-Time Regular employee of the City of Fort Lauderdale in a position covered under Teamsters Local Union 769?

• Yes
• No

02


What is the highest level of education you possess of those listed below?

• No high school diploma or equivalent
• Successfully graduated from high school or trade school, or possess an acceptable G.E.D. certificate, preferably supplemented with trade courses in industrial electricity, electronics or instrumentation
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in industrial electricity, electronics or instrumentation, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in industrial electricity, electronics or instrumentation, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in industrial electricity, electronics or instrumentation, electrical engineering, or a closely related field

03


How many years of paid work experience do you possess with electronic instrumentation and controls?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4 or more years

04


Describe in DETAIL your experience in the installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of electrical, electronic or instrumentation systems and equipment in a large utility operation. "See Resume" is not an acceptable response. If none, enter "None".
05


If you possess a valid Journeyman's Electrician License or certification in Electronics, please indicate the most appropriate selection below.

• I do not possess any of the licenses or certifications listed below
• Certification in Electronics
• Valid Journeyman's Electrician License
• Valid Journeyman's Electrician License in Broward County or reciprocal County in Florida

06


Do you possess or are you able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

• No
• Yes

Required Question