Electronics & Relay Systems Apprentice

City of Lakeland; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakeland seeks a specialized technical worker to install, test, calibrate, and repair electronic and electromechanical equipment used to control and protect the electric power utility. The role emphasizes judgment and initiative within established policies, with performance reviewed by inspection and observation.

Responsibilities include setup, testing, and repair of devices and participation in training as needed to support departmental goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
• Six months of experience in basic electronics coursework or Relay Technology coursework.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the installation, testing, calibration, and repair of electronic and electromechanical equipment used in real-time process control.
• Uses factory manuals and schematics to repair equipment.
• Constructs/configures equipment to assist engineers with monitoring or control systems.
• May participate in training to support department or City initiatives.
• May work overtime or alternate hours as necessary.

Skills

Good computer skills

Color vision testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Engineering Technology Substation (preferred)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital logic analyzers

Multimeters

Fiber optic testing

Job description

City of Lakeland seeks a specialized technical worker to install, test, calibrate, and repair electronic and electromechanical equipment used to control and protect the electric power utility. The role emphasizes judgment and initiative within established policies, with performance reviewed by inspection and observation.

Responsibilities include setup, testing, and repair of devices and participation in training as needed to support departmental goals.