ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (WWS) Salary

$24.57 - $39.22 Hourly

Location

Pompano Beach, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1412730

Department

PW WWS Operations WsteW Transm

Opening Date

09/17/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Electronics Technician (Water and Wastewater Division). 

**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**  

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME.  
The Electronic Technician for the Water and Wastewater Services Operations Division (WWOD) is responsible for the following including but not limited to:
*Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, and SCADA circuits, equipment and instruments.*Performs various skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work functions associated with installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation and control systems.*Performs troubleshooting for instrumentation and control issues.*Replacing and maintains programmable logic controllers (PLCs), radios, communication devices, RTU, security alarm systems, cameras, metering, and other various low, medium, and high voltage systems.*Installs, calibrates, and maintains complex electronic process control equipment such as: pressure, flow, level controllers, recorders, SCADA and PLCs.*Installs, tests, and repairs/replaces electrical/electronic equipment such as AC/DC variable speed drives and motors, alarm systems, generators, solid-state and relay control systems, and controllers.  *Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.*Conducts a preventative maintenance program for electrical and electronic equipment.*Understands and follows verbal and written instructions and timely completes assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each yearVacation (Paid Time Off)Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positionsTuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)Paid Parental Leave
Health Benefits High Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums:Single $10.39 / Family $76.94Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 AnnuallyConsumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums:Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan  457 Deferred Compensation employee match 
General Description
Performs skilled technical work in the installation, adjustment, maintenance, and modification of electronic equipment.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires three (3) years of working with electronics and low and high voltage or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.

Preferences*Vocational, Technical, or Associates Degree or higher in related field.
*Broward County Journeyman Electrician License.
*Certification in 4160 volts 3 phase construction and maintenance.
*Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1 Certification.
*Certification in the following areas:
SCADA/Allen Bradley PLC and I/O Construction commissioning and/or programming experience; Calibrating, installing, commissioning, and/or programming differential pressure and magnetic flow meters/pressure and sonic-level transmitters; Analytical instrument installation and maintenance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Supervises subordinates in the use of a variety of instrumentation and electronic equipment including electronic tests, pneumatic/hydraulic testers, computers, master controllers, shop tools, and other specialized devices.

Installs, adjusts, and maintains alternating and direct current devices, sensors, recorders, analog/digital parameter transmitters and receivers; installs and tests special equipment such as antennae, frequency monitors, microphones, cable and electrical interference suppressors.

Installs, adjusts, and maintains medium high and ultra-high frequency alternating and direct current radio receivers, transmitters, and auxiliaries according to diagrams, drawings and sketches.

Supervises and participates in the installation, adjustment, repair, and maintenance of flow loop system, alternating and direct current circuitry with solid state electronic micro circuitry, pneumatic control systems, and related equipment.

Supervises and participates in on-site maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting work.

Assigns work to subordinate technicians, participates in the more difficult phases of installation, adjustment, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computers, flow measuring devices, sensors, analog/digital controllers, programmable controllers, transmitters and receivers, detecting devices, and other alternating and direct current devices.

Supervises complete overhaul, including adjusting, repairing, and replacing parts and converting obsolete equipment to conform to present control loop design and construction standards.

Makes recommendations to superiors for the improvement of instrumentation, industrial electronic/electrical, pneumatic/mechanical control devices and digital frequency shift telemetry.

Estimates time and materials required for proposed jobs maintains records and submits various reports requisitions supplies and equipment; prepares and maintains operating and special reports as required by his superior.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to electrical shocks; heights.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesTech SavvyAnticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Investigates technologies to learn some cutting-edge best practices. Uses digital/social media to benefit the team and add value to the work being done; understands how to avoid misuse of these tools.
Manages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement.
Directs WorkProvides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Asks questions to understand the desired outcomes for the role; confirms accountabilities with others so that work can be done effectively and efficiently; informs stakeholders when there are delays or problems that will affect them.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Drives ResultsConsistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided? Yes No 02 Do you have three (3) years working with electronics and low and high voltage or closely related experience? Yes No 03 If you selected yes to the previous question, please describe in detail your experience and where it was obtained. If you selected no, please add N/A. 04 Do you possess a valid Florida Class E driver's license? Yes No 05 Please select your highest level of education. High School Vocational or Technical Degree Bachelor's Degree or higher None of the above 06 Do you posses a 4160 Volts 3 Phase Construction and Maintenance certification? Yes No 07 Do you possess a Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1 Certification? Yes No 08 Please select any of the certifications below you may have. Selection is subject to verification. If none, please select N/A. SCADA/Allen Bradley PLC. Construction commissioning and/or programming experience. Calibrating, installing, commissioning. Programming differential pressure and magnetic flow meters/pressure. Sonic-level transmitters. Analytical instrument installation and maintenance. N/A. 09 Do you acknowledge that during emergency conditions, all Broward County employees are considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned? Yes No

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Electronics Technician (Water and Wastewater Division). 

**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**  

THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME.  
The Electronic Technician for the Water and Wastewater Services Operations Division (WWOD) is responsible for the following including but not limited to:
*Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, and SCADA circuits, equipment and instruments.*Performs various skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work functions associated with installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation and control systems.*Performs troubleshooting for instrumentation and control issues.*Replacing and maintains programmable logic controllers (PLCs), radios, communication devices, RTU, security alarm systems, cameras, metering, and other various low, medium, and high voltage systems.*Installs, calibrates, and maintains complex electronic process control equipment such as: pressure, flow, level controllers, recorders, SCADA and PLCs.*Installs, tests, and repairs/replaces electrical/electronic equipment such as AC/DC variable speed drives and motors, alarm systems, generators, solid-state and relay control systems, and controllers.  *Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.*Conducts a preventative maintenance program for electrical and electronic equipment.*Understands and follows verbal and written instructions and timely completes assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each yearVacation (Paid Time Off)Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positionsTuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)Paid Parental Leave
Health Benefits High Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums:Single $10.39 / Family $76.94Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 AnnuallyConsumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums:Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan  457 Deferred Compensation employee match 
General Description
Performs skilled technical work in the installation, adjustment, maintenance, and modification of electronic equipment.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires three (3) years of working with electronics and low and high voltage or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.

Preferences*Vocational, Technical, or Associates Degree or higher in related field.
*Broward County Journeyman Electrician License.
*Certification in 4160 volts 3 phase construction and maintenance.
*Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1 Certification.
*Certification in the following areas:
SCADA/Allen Bradley PLC and I/O Construction commissioning and/or programming experience; Calibrating, installing, commissioning, and/or programming differential pressure and magnetic flow meters/pressure and sonic-level transmitters; Analytical instrument installation and maintenance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Supervises subordinates in the use of a variety of instrumentation and electronic equipment including electronic tests, pneumatic/hydraulic testers, computers, master controllers, shop tools, and other specialized devices.

Installs, adjusts, and maintains alternating and direct current devices, sensors, recorders, analog/digital parameter transmitters and receivers; installs and tests special equipment such as antennae, frequency monitors, microphones, cable and electrical interference suppressors.

Installs, adjusts, and maintains medium high and ultra-high frequency alternating and direct current radio receivers, transmitters, and auxiliaries according to diagrams, drawings and sketches.

Supervises and participates in the installation, adjustment, repair, and maintenance of flow loop system, alternating and direct current circuitry with solid state electronic micro circuitry, pneumatic control systems, and related equipment.

Supervises and participates in on-site maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting work.

Assigns work to subordinate technicians, participates in the more difficult phases of installation, adjustment, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computers, flow measuring devices, sensors, analog/digital controllers, programmable controllers, transmitters and receivers, detecting devices, and other alternating and direct current devices.

Supervises complete overhaul, including adjusting, repairing, and replacing parts and converting obsolete equipment to conform to present control loop design and construction standards.

Makes recommendations to superiors for the improvement of instrumentation, industrial electronic/electrical, pneumatic/mechanical control devices and digital frequency shift telemetry.

Estimates time and materials required for proposed jobs maintains records and submits various reports requisitions supplies and equipment; prepares and maintains operating and special reports as required by his superior.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to electrical shocks; heights.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesTech SavvyAnticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Investigates technologies to learn some cutting-edge best practices. Uses digital/social media to benefit the team and add value to the work being done; understands how to avoid misuse of these tools.
Manages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement.
Directs WorkProvides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Asks questions to understand the desired outcomes for the role; confirms accountabilities with others so that work can be done effectively and efficiently; informs stakeholders when there are delays or problems that will affect them.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Drives ResultsConsistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided? Yes No 02 Do you have three (3) years working with electronics and low and high voltage or closely related experience? Yes No 03 If you selected yes to the previous question, please describe in detail your experience and where it was obtained. If you selected no, please add N/A. 04 Do you possess a valid Florida Class E driver's license? Yes No 05 Please select your highest level of education. High School Vocational or Technical Degree Bachelor's Degree or higher None of the above 06 Do you posses a 4160 Volts 3 Phase Construction and Maintenance certification? Yes No 07 Do you possess a Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1 Certification? Yes No 08 Please select any of the certifications below you may have. Selection is subject to verification. If none, please select N/A. SCADA/Allen Bradley PLC. Construction commissioning and/or programming experience. Calibrating, installing, commissioning. Programming differential pressure and magnetic flow meters/pressure. Sonic-level transmitters. Analytical instrument installation and maintenance. N/A. 09 Do you acknowledge that during emergency conditions, all Broward County employees are considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned? Yes No

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers