Plant Electrician

City of Boca Raton; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health coverage

15 holidays per year

Pension plan with city contributions

Job summary

City of Boca Raton is seeking a skilled Plant Electrician to support critical water and wastewater operations. You will install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems to keep treatment facilities running safely and efficiently. This public-sector role offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and retirement security.

The position requires experience with industrial electrical maintenance, NEC knowledge, and a commitment to safety and reliability in a municipal setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required with one of the following: four-year electrical apprenticeship plus 7 years as an electrician, journeyman cert plus 7 years as electrician, or 10 years as plant/electrician/tech.
• Electrical apprenticeship or journeyman cert with substantial industrial maintenance experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install electrical and electronic equipment.
• Maintain low- and medium-voltage systems up to 5,000 volts.
• Repair motors, motor starters, controls, switchgear, and power distribution equipment.
• Maintain and repair VFDs and soft starters.
• Operate generators and transformers; handle emergency power systems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Motor controls

VFDs

CMMS usage

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year electrical apprenticeship

Journeyman Electrician certification

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Job description

Salary: $53,703

Job Type: Full-time

Working experience: No Experience

Plant Electrician (Industrial Maintenance Electrician) City of Boca Raton, Florida Utility Services Pay: $27.54 – $37.35 per hour Job Type: Full-Time Location: Boca Raton, Florida

Competitive Benefits & Perks

• No-cost employee Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (base plan)
• 15 paid holidays annually (12 recognized holidays plus 3 floating holidays)
• Pension and retirement plan options City contribution of 7% of base wages through the Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Continuous Service Benefit after five years of service
• Stable government employment with long-term career growth opportunities
• Strong work-life balance

The City of Boca Raton is seeking a skilled Plant Electrician / Industrial Maintenance Electrician to support critical water and wastewater operations. In this role, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment essential to keeping treatment facilities operating safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced electricians seeking competitive pay, outstanding benefits, retirement security, and a stable career serving one of South Florida’s premier municipalities.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install electrical and electronic equipment
• Maintain low- and medium-voltage electrical systems up to 5,000 volts
• Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, motor starters, motor controls, switchgear, and power distribution equipment
• Maintain and repair Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and soft starters
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain emergency generators and transformers
• Install and repair electrical panels, lighting systems, conduits, wiring devices, and related electrical infrastructure
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Utilize computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) to document work activities
• Participate in a 24-hour emergency call‑out rotation

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. In addition, candidates must possess ONE of the following:
• Completion of a four-year electrical apprenticeship program plus seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction, or maintenance electrician
• Journeyman Electrician certification plus seven (7) years of experience as an industrial, construction, or maintenance electrician
• Ten (10) years of experience as an industrial plant maintenance electrician, industrial electrician, maintenance electrician, or plant electrical technician

Preferred Knowledge & Experience

• Industrial electrical maintenance
• Water or wastewater treatment facilities
• Motor controls and electrical troubleshooting
• Power distribution systems
• Switchgear and emergency power systems
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Arc- flash safety and electrical safety procedures
• Reading electrical blueprints, diagrams, and schematics
• Preventive maintenance and diagnostic testing

License Requirements

• Valid Florida Class E Driver License

Additional Requirements

• Ability to participate in a rotating emergency call schedule
• Ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment
• Ability to wear required PPE including arc- flash gear, flame-resistant clothing, safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety harnesses
• Must comply with the City’s tobacco-free employment policy

Why Public Service?

As the second-largest city in Palm Beach County, Boca Raton is committed to providing exceptional public services while fostering a workplace built on Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust. This role offers the opportunity to apply your electrical expertise while supporting critical infrastructure that serves the community every day.

Application Deadline: August 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time