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Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location: Fort Pierce, FL Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2024-00023 Department: ELECTRIC T&D Opening Date: 05/21/2024 Position Summary And Qualifications
The salary assigned will be commensurate with experience. Skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution lines in accordance with standards of the trade. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Crew Supervisor and T&D Superintendent. Knowledge of the tools, materials and methods used in line construction and maintenance work. Knowledge of theory and applications of theory regarding electrical circuits and wiring systems. Knowledge of the hazards of the trade and necessary safety precautions. Thorough knowledge in live line work and rubber gloving on distribution system. Ability to climb poles and towers to perform all phases of live work. Knowledge of the operation of bucket truck, winches, derricks, trenchers, backhoes, cranes and other equipment and tools in live work. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Working knowledge of tree limb removal. Physical strength and agility to climb poles and perform heavy manual work under inclement weather conditions. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma from an accredited institution. Five years Journeyman Level experience in distribution system, underground system and transmission. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class "A" is required. Will allow up to six months to obtain Class "A" CDL. A Journeyman's Program certificate is desired or worked as a Journeyman lineman with applicable experience for a minimum of 5 years. Constructs, maintains and repairs electrical overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems including stringing wires, setting poles and anchors, and handing transformer, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross-arms and insulator. Performs installation and maintenance of municipal, commercial and residential electric service. Installs and repairs a step-down transformer bank, installs pole and pad-mount transformers. Climbs poles to construct, replace and repair power lines; arresters, lights, transformers, capacitor switches, breakers, cross-arms, t-brackets and other distribution and transmission equipment. Installs primary metering and installs 3-phase service and ground wires and cutouts. Installs "C.T.'s" and "P.T.'s" with instrument metering. Locates trouble in primary and secondary lines. Replaces fuses and clears trouble in lines and circuits. Operates heavy motorized equipment used in construction and maintenance of electric overhead and underground systems. Works in accordance with, and assists in, enforcing safety rules and regulations. Instructs crew and other workers on all safety procedures and discuss each job using the job briefing form. Places and replaces underground conductors. Sets pad-mounted transformers and clears short circuits in lines. Responds to trouble calls on the electric system. Studies drawings, specifications and work orders to effectively lay work out for the crew. Keeps time and work records and prepares periodic reports. Willingly performs other duties as assigned. Benefits
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year VACATION: Accrual for Regular Employees: 0 through 5 years
12 days/year (96 hrs) 6 through 10 years
14 days/year (112 hrs) 11 through 15 years
17 days/year (136 hrs) More than 15 years
20 days (160 hrs) SICK: Accrual for All Regular Employees: 3.70 hours/pay period (96 hrs) RETIREMENT PROGRAMS: City of Fort Pierce Retirement System (Mandatory Participation) International City Management Association (Mission Square) (Voluntary) Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) HEALTH INSURANCE: Effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays most of employee premium and 71% of the dependent premium. DENTAL INSURANCE
Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium and 60% of the dependent premium. VISION
Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium eye care coverage for employees and a portion for their family members, including eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, etc. LIFE INSURANCE
TERM (EMPLOYEES ONLY): Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy equal to 1x employee's annual salary. Employees may also purchase, on a voluntary basis, additional life insurance through payroll deduction in $10,000 increments up to $100,000. LONG TERM DISABILITY: Employees out for more than 90 days due to a disabling injury or illness will receive 60% of wage, up to $4,500 per month. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: CANCER, DREAD DISEASE, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & ACCIDENT COVERAGE COMPUTER PURCHASE PLAN PAID COLLEGE EDUCATION FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM WELLNESS PROGRAM WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE Supplemental Questionnaire
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No Referring to FPUA's Line Specialist job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the Line Specialist position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed.
Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Line Specialist job description. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed.
Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving you've encountered while in a position similar to the Line Specialist position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed.
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Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location: Fort Pierce, FL Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2024-00023 Department: ELECTRIC T&D Opening Date: 05/21/2024 Position Summary And Qualifications
The salary assigned will be commensurate with experience. Skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution lines in accordance with standards of the trade. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Crew Supervisor and T&D Superintendent. Knowledge of the tools, materials and methods used in line construction and maintenance work. Knowledge of theory and applications of theory regarding electrical circuits and wiring systems. Knowledge of the hazards of the trade and necessary safety precautions. Thorough knowledge in live line work and rubber gloving on distribution system. Ability to climb poles and towers to perform all phases of live work. Knowledge of the operation of bucket truck, winches, derricks, trenchers, backhoes, cranes and other equipment and tools in live work. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Working knowledge of tree limb removal. Physical strength and agility to climb poles and perform heavy manual work under inclement weather conditions. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma from an accredited institution. Five years Journeyman Level experience in distribution system, underground system and transmission. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class "A" is required. Will allow up to six months to obtain Class "A" CDL. A Journeyman's Program certificate is desired or worked as a Journeyman lineman with applicable experience for a minimum of 5 years. Constructs, maintains and repairs electrical overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems including stringing wires, setting poles and anchors, and handing transformer, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross-arms and insulator. Performs installation and maintenance of municipal, commercial and residential electric service. Installs and repairs a step-down transformer bank, installs pole and pad-mount transformers. Climbs poles to construct, replace and repair power lines; arresters, lights, transformers, capacitor switches, breakers, cross-arms, t-brackets and other distribution and transmission equipment. Installs primary metering and installs 3-phase service and ground wires and cutouts. Installs "C.T.'s" and "P.T.'s" with instrument metering. Locates trouble in primary and secondary lines. Replaces fuses and clears trouble in lines and circuits. Operates heavy motorized equipment used in construction and maintenance of electric overhead and underground systems. Works in accordance with, and assists in, enforcing safety rules and regulations. Instructs crew and other workers on all safety procedures and discuss each job using the job briefing form. Places and replaces underground conductors. Sets pad-mounted transformers and clears short circuits in lines. Responds to trouble calls on the electric system. Studies drawings, specifications and work orders to effectively lay work out for the crew. Keeps time and work records and prepares periodic reports. Willingly performs other duties as assigned. Benefits
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year VACATION: Accrual for Regular Employees: 0 through 5 years
12 days/year (96 hrs) 6 through 10 years
14 days/year (112 hrs) 11 through 15 years
17 days/year (136 hrs) More than 15 years
20 days (160 hrs) SICK: Accrual for All Regular Employees: 3.70 hours/pay period (96 hrs) RETIREMENT PROGRAMS: City of Fort Pierce Retirement System (Mandatory Participation) International City Management Association (Mission Square) (Voluntary) Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) HEALTH INSURANCE: Effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays most of employee premium and 71% of the dependent premium. DENTAL INSURANCE
Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium and 60% of the dependent premium. VISION
Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium eye care coverage for employees and a portion for their family members, including eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, etc. LIFE INSURANCE
TERM (EMPLOYEES ONLY): Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy equal to 1x employee's annual salary. Employees may also purchase, on a voluntary basis, additional life insurance through payroll deduction in $10,000 increments up to $100,000. LONG TERM DISABILITY: Employees out for more than 90 days due to a disabling injury or illness will receive 60% of wage, up to $4,500 per month. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: CANCER, DREAD DISEASE, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & ACCIDENT COVERAGE COMPUTER PURCHASE PLAN PAID COLLEGE EDUCATION FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM WELLNESS PROGRAM WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE Supplemental Questionnaire
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No Referring to FPUA's Line Specialist job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the Line Specialist position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed.
Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Line Specialist job description. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed.
Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving you've encountered while in a position similar to the Line Specialist position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed.
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