Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Kissimmee, FLJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 02224Department: Public WorksDivision: Asset ManagementOpening Date: 07/11/2024Closing Date: ContinuousGeneral Description of Duties Salary $58,968.00-$64,854.40 Annually (Depending on Qualifications and Experience) NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.Under general direction, employee works with a high degree of independence and initiative on commercial electrical work. The purpose of the position is to perform electrical maintenance and repairs, plan and participate in technical electrical preventive maintenance work, schedule projects and repair work orders, coordinate and conduct staff training on minor electrical work and safety, write electrical scopes of work for contractors, supervise and inspect work of electrical contractors and other employees performing electrical work. Employees in this classification perform commercial electrical work at a Florida Registered Electrician license (ER) master level within Osceola County and are accountable for ensuring all work is performed in compliance with the latest edition of the Florida Building Code (FBC), National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and all other applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Essential Job FunctionsThe list of essential functions as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
- Performs Florida Registered Electrician license (ER) master level electrical work, training, equipment installation, preventive maintenance services, troubleshoots systems, performs hands-on on Master level electrical field work for projects, repairs and services in County owned facilities on a regular basis to ensure optimal operating condition and safety.
- Ensures that all County generators and transfer switches are functioning properly and ready for immediate use.
- Monitors Commercial Photovoltaic Solar Power Systems for performance efficiency, maintenance, and repair.
- Pulls Permits and estimates material, time, and labor requirements for projects.
- Ensures all work is performed in compliance with all applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Reads, interprets and/or utilizes blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and technical/electrical manuals.
- Maintain records and reports, e.g., project records, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) / Maximo, parts inventory, supply lists, work orders.
- Coordinates with contracted vendors and suppliers, as well as third party contractors on projects to ensure safety, efficiency, and time savings.
- Manage training and mentorship programs for department employees.
- Perform labor-intensive work which may include exposure to confined areas, extreme weather, fumes, chemicals, and/or loud noises.
- Responds to on-call and after-hours emergency situations.
Minimum QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or GEDExperience: Three (3) years electrical work experience at the Master Electrician or equivalent level.Miscellaneous: Must possess valid State of Florida Registered Electrician license (ER) at a master level or Florida Certified Electrical Contractor (EC) Electrician license.Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to effectively lead, guide and train others in applicable procedures and techniques.
- Skill in troubleshooting electrical systems.
- Knowledgeable of all functions relevant to the electrical operation of facilities and equipment
- Knowledgeable of the standard practices, methods, tools, codes, and materials of the electrical trade.
- Ability to use tools, materials and equipment common to the trade.
- Ability to read and interpret sketches, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and equipment manufacturer's cut sheets.
- Must have a working knowledge of administrative office equipment and systems, such as Microsoft office applications, work order software systems (i.e.: Maximo), laptops, computers, and tablets.
- Knowledgeable of current codes and regulatory standards.
- Knowledgeable of permitting processes and ability to obtain a permits when necessary from Osceola County Building Department, Kissimmee Building Department, and St. Cloud Building Department.
- Skill in providing electrical plans oversight and recommend/develop modifications as necessary to ensure overall project compliance with applicable codes and regulatory standards.
- Assist in completing forms, correspondence, reports, work orders, diagnostic reports, electrical shop drawings, statistical analyses, and other documents.
- Good communication skills for working with coworkers and County departments/agencies.
- Must have the ability to drive County owned vehicles (service vans and box trucks) throughout all of Osceola County.
PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical Demand: Medium
- 50 pounds maximum lifting.
- Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) walking, standing, bending, climbing ladders, and stooping and some lifting and carrying objects of light to moderate weight (20-50 pounds).
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
- Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit the needs of our employees and their families. Following is a snapshot of our core benefits.
Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83% to the dependent(s) premium coverage. Department Heads are eligible for Medical and Dental insurance coverage on the first date of employment.
Group Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Coverage Deductions Per Paycheck (26 Paychecks) Employee Employee + 1 Family Health-HRA Base $0.00 $102.38 $159.25 Health-HRA Buy-Up $31.57 $138.89 $216.06 Dental Base $0.00 $11.99 $22.08 Dental Buy-Up $3.16 $18.14 $30.75 Vision $3.42 $6.84 $9.15 Short-Term Disability $0.00 N/A N/A Long-Term Disability $0.00 N/A N/A
County's Contribution to the Medical Plan: Coverage Tier Annual Contribution HRA Base Employee $9,807.72 HRA Base Emp+1 $15,091.96 HRA Base Family $22,921.08
Coverage Tier Annual Contribution HRA Buy-Up Employee $9,436.70 HRA Buy-Up Emp+1 $14,952.34 HRA Buy-Up Family $22,703.72
Medical Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): The County contributes $500 per employee or $1,000 for employee plus dependents, for medical and prescription-related expenses.
State-of-the-Art Employee Wellness Center: The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Wellness Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Wellness Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.
- Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Wellness Center on day one of employment. The Wellness Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.
Basic Life Insurance Policy: At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability: At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.
Membership in the Florida Retirement System: This benefit cannot be easily matched by a traditional 401k plan. Current County contributions are:• Regular Class - 11.91%• Special Risk - 27.83%• Senior Management - 31.57%The Florida Retirement System (FRS) offers two retirement plans - the Investment Plan and the Pension Plan. Both plans are subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution.
457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family membersat no cost.
Employee Wellness Program promotes various activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.
Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $20.00 per month.
Vacation and Sick Leave accruals as follows: Vacation Accruals Per Month 1 month to 5 years 8 hours 5 years and 1 month to 10 years 10 hours 10 years and 1 month to 15 years 12 hours 15 years and 1 month to 20 years 13.34 hours 20 years and over 16.66 hours
Sick Leave Accruals Per Month Full-time Employees 8 hours Part-time Employees 4 hours
11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee) - New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Thanksgiving-Day After
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
Paid Bereavement Leave:Up to three (3) working days off with pay if funeral or memorial services are less than 200 miles from Kissimmee and up to five (5) working days off with pay if funeral or memorial services are more than 200 miles from Kissimmee.
40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per Calendar Year, for degree-seeking employees. The degree must be related to the employee's position.
Employee Recognition Program: Monetary rewards are available.
Sick Leave Bank: Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical-related event, with up to 240 hours, per fiscal year. Enrollment required.01 Do you possess a High School diploma or GED?
02 Please explain and list your years of professional electrical work experience at the Master Electrician or equivalent level. (Experience must be demonstrated in the Work Experience section of the application.) If none, list N/A. 03 Do you possess a valid State of Florida Registered Electrician license (ER) at a master level or Florida Certified Electrical Contractor (EC) Electrician license? (Please ensure to include the License information in the Certificates and License section of the application.) If none, list N/A. 04 Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?
05 Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, please make sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)
06 Do you possess a valid Driver's License? If so, from what State? Required Question