ELECTRICIAN - JOURNEYMAN

Broward County Public Schools; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools is seeking a Journeyman Electrician to perform skilled maintenance, repair, and construction of lighting, power and control electrical systems at Fort Lauderdale facilities. The role requires completing the district apprenticeship program or equivalent experience with Florida certification.

Candidates must read drawings and estimate material costs, using hand and power tools with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of the Broward County School District Electrician Apprenticeship Program is required.
• Six years of electrical experience with valid Florida certification may substitute for the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance, repair, and construction of lighting, power and control electrical systems.
• Work from drawings or sketches to estimate materials, supplies, and labor.
• Ensure safety and compliance with electrical codes and district requirements.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Read drawings

Estimate materials and labor

Ladders/scaffolding safety

Follow written/oral instructions

Own hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrician Apprenticeship Program

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Broward County Public Schools PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS - Fort Lauderdale, Florida Open in Google Maps

ELECTRICIAN - JOURNEYMAN

Broward County Public Schools PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS - Fort Lauderdale, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5923155

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION GOAL

To perform skilled work in maintenance, repair, and construction of lighting, power and control electrical systems in a responsible and accurate manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Satisfactory completion of the Broward County School District's Electrician Apprenticeship Program.

Or

• A standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Six (6) years of recent employed professionally paid electrical work experience. Possession of current valid Broward County or State of Florida certification as an electrician, or if not certified at the time of application, must pass Florida State Certification Exam prior to being placed on permanent status.

And

• Possess the ability to effect construction and repairs from drawings or sketches; estimate materials, supplies, and labor costs.
• Must have the ability to use all power and hand tools associated with the trade and perform all tasks with little or no supervision or assistance.
• Must have thorough knowledge of electricity and associated circuits and be able to determine the proper material for each job.
• Knowledge of standard electrical code requirements.
• Must possess a current certificate of competence.
• Ability to work effectively from ladders and scaffolding with due regard to safety for self and others.
• Must have ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Able to work well with others.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Must have ability to assume responsibility and effect repairs/complete tasks without assistance.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license and, if essential to perform certain duties of the position, a proper Florida Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with endorsement is required.
• Willing to answer emergency calls at all hours, including off hours.
• This position will include pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: NN-012.

LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Career and Technical Education > Industrial Electrician

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Talent Management
• 600 SE 3rd Ave
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301-3125
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]