Electrician I

Salary : $40,643.20 Annually

Location : Panama City, FL

Job Type: Full- Time

Job Number: 20250822

Department: Logistics

Division: Facilities Maintenance

Opening Date: 08/22/2025

Salary: Salary/Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Under the leadership and guidance of the Director of Logistics. This is a highly skilled position as a journeyman electrician. Strong working knowledge and experience in all activities of electrical and telecommunications in construction, maintenance and repair of electrical power, lighting, communication systems, of City facilities and equipment, with a general knowledge of HVAC systems and operations. Uses test equipment, such as a voltmeter and an ohmmeter.

This is an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Plans wiring and installation of equipment and fixtures, such as motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers, controllers and fuse boxes, in compliance with blueprints, schematic drawings and sketches.

Responsible for the installation of equipment and fixtures, such as motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers, controllers and breaker boxes, according to blueprints, schematic drawings and sketches.

Install wiring and fixtures conforming to the specifications of local electrical codes.

Use test equipment, such as a voltmeter and an ohmmeter.

Works from written work orders, oral instructions, blueprints, layouts, sketches, specifications, e-mails and digital communication.

Investigates complaints and endeavors to maintain good public relations with colleagues in the City and with the public.

Inspect wiring and fixtures for conformance to specifications of local and national electrical codes.

Keeps time and material records.

Responsible for wiring and installation of equipment and fixtures, such as motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers, controllers and fuse boxes, according to blueprints, schematic drawings and sketches.

Inspect wiring and fixtures for conformance to the specifications of local electrical codes.

Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques used in the work assigned.

Knowledge of the materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and electrical systems to the component level, boiler and chilled water systems, HVAC and associated building environmental controls, street lighting, telecommunication system(s) and lift station operation and monitoring controls.

Ability to work under adverse conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather) and be able to perform manual labor (digging, heavy lifting, etc.).

Ability to work at heights well above ground level from/out of various types of equipment.

Ability to establish and maintain professional, cooperative, team-focused and effective relationships with team members, other agencies, other departments, leaders and the general public.

Knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques used in the work assigned.

Knowledge of the materials, tools and equipment used in the work assigned.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in the work assigned.

Ability to understand and transmit verbal, written and digital instructions.

General and technical knowledge of the methods, practices, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of building and electrical systems to the component level, boiler and chilled water systems, air conditioning and associated building environmental controls, street lighting, telecommunication systems and lift station operation and monitoring controls.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma.

Five (5) years' experience as a journeyman electrician preferred.

Florida Class B CDL License, with air brake endorsement, (or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment).

A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

Summary:

Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 25+ lbs., Push/Pull: 26+ lbs., Climb, Crawl, Sit.

Frequently - Twist/Turn, Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Drive.

Constantly - Lift/Carry: 25 lbs. or less, Push/Pull: 25 lbs. or less. Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Stand, Walk.

Risk/Safety Conditions:

This position requires moderate exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (i.e., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment).

This position often requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.

Work Environment:

Work requires moderate to extreme exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., inclement weather, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, strong odors, or dust).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.

For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.

WORK/ LIFE INTEGRATION

12 Days of Paid Time Off

12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family

12 Days of Paid Holidays

Birthday Leave

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Social Event Outings

Employee Assistance ProgramHEALTH & WELLNESS

Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)

Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)

Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)

Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)

Vision Benefits

Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)

Wellness Incentive Program

Health Savings Account/ Medical FSAFINANCIAL WELLNESS

General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)

Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services

City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)

Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children

Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)

Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement

Job Stability & Security