Employment at Member Utilities

At Member Utilities

Joint Action Recruiting Program

We are currently recruiting for the following cities for our Members:

Electrical Engineer I, II, or II
Engineer I, II or III
Superintendent of Energy & Delivery
Power Plant Lead Engineer
Combined Cycle Operator (10)
Technician II or I Instrumentation
Chilled Water Operator I or II
Apprentice Operator
Manager of Electric System Control
Director, Electric Utility
Director of Electric Utilities
Certified System Operator
Electric Line Specialist
Manager, Safety & Training
Electric Transmission and Distribution Manager
Deputy Director of Electric Utility
Power Plant Director
Coordinator, Electrical Engineering Projects
Operator
Accountant III
Electrical Engineer
Superintendent of Customer Service
Utility Plant Operator
Electric Distribution System Supervisor
Water Resources Mechanic
Senior Relay Technician

Electrical Engineer I, II, or III – City of Ocala Electric Utility – Electric Engineering Division. Electrical Engineer I: $48,326.05 – $78,529.82 annually, Electrical Engineer II: $55,943.44 – $90,908.09 annually, Electrical Engineer III: $61,677.64 - $100,266.17 annually. This is engineering work at various levels relating to electric transmission and distribution design. Position reports to Electric Engineering Supervisor. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: All levels must have knowledge in computers, mathematics, physics, calculus and electrical theory. Level I: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Level II: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering and a minimum of three years experience in Electric Transmission and Distribution industry and one year supervisory experience/training. E.I.T. certification in the State of Florida is required. Level III: Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering and a minimum of 6 years experience in the Electric Transmission and Distribution industry with a minimum of two years in a supervisory capacity. Must be registered as a Professional Engineer and obtain registration in the State of Florida within one year of hire date. All levels must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operator Drivers’ License with an acceptable driving record. Note: The City of Ocala requires all applicants to sign an affidavit, which must be notarized, for Non-Use of Tobacco or Tobacco Products for a period of at least one year immediately preceding application. Closing date: open until filled. Please visit the City’s website at www.ocalafl.org for complete description of job requirements and qualifications and to download the employment application form. To receive an application by mail or fax please contact: Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 1270, Ocala, FL 34478-1270 or call (352) 351-6663. The City of Ocala is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ENGINEER I, II or III – Lakeland Electric (4)
ELECTRICAL, CIVIL, ENVIRONMENTAL and MECHANICAL
City of Lakeland
Starting Salary Range is $51,979 - $102,918 depending on qualifications

Engineer I – LE Description of Class:

This is entry-level engineering work. An employee in this class demonstrates the application of engineering knowledge and skills in completing assigned projects or assisting on substantial portions of complex projects. Work is assigned with general instructions and objectives by a supervisor. Methods of procedure are outlined, but the employee has some latitude for independent judgment and action in planning details of work and in making technical decisions. Work performed is checked by a supervisor or higher level engineer.

Engineer II – LE General Description of Class:

This intermediate level engineering position is responsible for the performance of difficult engineering assignments associated with the planning and design of a variety of projects and studies. An employee in this class demonstrates the application of engineering knowledge and skills in completing assigned projects or assisting on substantial portions of complex projects. Work is assigned with general instructions and objectives by a supervisor. Methods of procedure are outlined, but the employee has some latitude for independent judgment and action in planning details of work and in making technical decisions. A supervisor or a higher-level engineer reviews work performed.

Engineer III – LE Description of Class:

This highly skilled engineering position is responsible for the performance of difficult and complex engineering assignments associated with the planning and design of a variety of projects and studies needed to support the electric power facilities. Work is under the general supervision of an administration supervisor. Tasks afford the opportunity for independent judgment and action in planning details of work and in making technical decisions. A supervisor reviews work performed.

Qualifications:
All levels require graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in one of the specified Engineering disciplines. Engineer I – No experience. Engineer II – Two (2) years of experience in related engineering work. Engineer III – Five (5) years of experience in related engineering work.

How to Apply:
A City of Lakeland application is required in addition to a resume and transcripts. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Applications are available at the Civil Service Department, 500 N. Lake Parker Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801 or www.lakelandgov.net/civilservice. Fax (863) 834-8785 or email civilservice@lakelandgov.net. Note: There are four (4) position vacancies. Positions are open until filled. The City of Lakeland offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and pension plans. EOE/DFWP

City of Lake Worth
Superintendent of Energy & Delivery
Salary $ 35.69/hr. - $56.24/hr. DOQ

Work includes supervision of all Line Crews for overhead/underground electrical work involved in the construction, re-conductor, maintenance and extension of power lines, line clearance, lighting systems. Monitors grid status, switching/tagging procedures. 26kV. Supervisory duties: promotes safe work practices, maintain all necessary electrical compliances, liaison w/various govt., city & county agencies and neighboring utilities, scheduling crews. Administrative duties including setting and monitoring operation and capital projects budgets and schedules, payroll verification, and work assignments, call-out & OT listings plus invoice verification. Related work as required. 4 year Journeyman Lineman certificate preferred.
Valid current Florida driver’s license required.
HS/GED. DFWP / EOE.
Applications to: Dave Murphy Risk/Personnel Manager, 1900 2nd Ave North, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Download application at www.lakeworth.org.

POWER PLANT LEAD ENGINEER

Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) is a municipal electric utility located in Central Florida near Disney World. Applicant must have a BS degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering and a minimum of two years experience in power plant operations/maintenance or closely related work. Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems of combined cycle power generation equipment and methods is required. This position requires familiarity with personal computers, word processing and spreadsheets. Responsible for providing site engineering support to assure power plant reliability, efficiency, safety and compliance. Ensures the power generation facilities comply with applicable State and Federal environmental protection laws, rules and regulations. Excellent benefits. An application is required for consideration of employment. Resumes may be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of an application. An application may be downloaded at www.kua.com. Applicants may mail, fax or e-mail their application to: Kissimmee Utility Authority, Human Resources Department, 1701 W. Carroll Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741. Fax: 407-933-1761. E-mail: hr@kua.com. EOE

Title: Apprentice Operator Dept./Div: PRBU/SEC
Closed: Open until filled
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Salary: $17.35 - $18.90 / hour

Note: This posting is also for the recruitment of candidates for future vacancies only. Successful candidates may be placed on an eligibility list, effective for six (6) months.

This is a safety sensitive position under the State of Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act and is subject to: post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, periodic, and pre-employment alcohol/controlled substance testing. For additional information about safety sensitive drug testing, see OUC’s alcohol/substance abuse policy, which is intended to comply with Florida’s Drug-Free Workplace Act.

This position is located at the Stanton Energy Center on S. Alafaya Trail, located approximately 20 miles from Downtown Orlando.

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Requirements:
Working knowledge of general industrial and power plant safety practices. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate in an understandable voice with all levels of plant personnel both verbally and on in-plant radios and page systems. Physically able to negotiate inclines and stairs. Physically able to open and close valves requiring 50 pounds of force. Must be physically able to wear a respirator when required. Driver’s license must meet OUC policy standard. Willingness to work extended hours when required including nights, weekends and holidays

Basic Job Duties:
Perform equipment checks and monitor operations within established parameters at the Stanton Energy Center including the Main Power Plant, Flue Gas Scrubber, Brine Plant, and Material Handling. Assist in troubleshooting operational problems. Perform safe and efficient operation of equipment listed above. Employee must exercise initiative, judgment, and knowledge relating to mechanical work performance. Perform other duties as may be directed by supervisor. Complete NUS training modules on power plant systems.
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OUC - Ranked #20 of the Top 100 Companies for Working Families in Central Florida in 2008.
Benefits: Overview of OUC's comprehensive benefits package includes:
Medical and Dental Coverage and Prescription Drug Card
Employee Assistance Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, plus Disability Insurance
Defined Contribution Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plan
Paid: Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, Accident Time & Overtime
Education Assistance Program
Personal Computer Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Recreational Facilities for Employees and Guests along with Theme Park, Car Rental and Hotel Discounts
Paid Memberships in Professional Associations & Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
Relocation Allowance

Title: Chilled Water Operator I or II Dept./Div: CC/CHIL
Effective: 8/01/08 Closed: Open until filled
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. (may include
permanent weekend assignments.)

Salary: Minimum: $33,488 to Maximum: $61,152

This is a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) safety-sensitive position under the Department of Transportation (DOT) CMV Drug-Free Workplace Act and is subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, periodic, and pre-employment alcohol/controlled substance testing. For additional information about safety sensitive drug testing, see OUC’s alcohol/substance abuse policy, which is intended to comply with the DOT Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent education.

Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent education. Valid Florida Drivers License. Approved apprenticeship or vocational/technical training in heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Minimum of three (3) years experience in operation of chilled water plants. Certified in handling and recovery of refrigerants. Must have EPA 608 certification or ability to obtain one within six months. Familiar with building automation and control systems. Continuing education in air conditioning, electrical or automated controls desirable. Basic software skills in MS Windows, Word, and Excel. Good communication skills. Applicants will be required to pass a written assessment.

Basic Job Duties:
Operate and maintain chiller plant equipment/facilities in order to deliver efficient and reliable chilled water to customers and maintain safe working conditions. Monitor plant operations through computerized control system. Make emergency decisions affecting plant operation or shut down. Start and stop equipment when required to meet chilled water system demands or emergencies. Assist service personnel in performing repairs and preventive maintenance to plant equipment and facilities. Perform minor maintenance on equipment as required. Maintain logs, data and trend data – recommend efficiency improvements in plant operation. Assist in resolution of customer service issues or complaints.

Title: Technician II or I (Pwr Plant) -Instrumentation
Closed: Open Until Filled
Dept./Div: Power Resources / Stanton Energy Center
Hours: Rotating Shift Work
Salary: Level 2- $23.60- $27.30 or Level 1- $28.65-$31.25

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent education.

Requirements:
Note: This posting is also for the recruitment of candidates for future vacancies only. Successful candidates may be placed on an eligibility list, effective for six (6) months.
Tech 2- Min 4 yrs of power plant, or 7 years of industrial instrumentation. Tech 1- Min of 8 yrs of power plant, or 11 years of industrial instrumentation. Electronic and pneumatic knowledge and the ability to evaluate system problems. Mechanical skills desirable. Courses in digital controls, pneumatic instrumentation, analog controls, electronic transmitters, etc. are desirable. Knowledge of Foxboro and Ovation software preferred. Must be able to read and understand mechanical, structural, piping and instrument drawings. Possess basic PC Skills. Skills will be evaluated by a practical exercise. Working knowledge of general industrial safety skills. Must be able to read and understand mechanical, structural, and piping and instrument drawings. Basic Power Plant Knowledge Operations is desirable. Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with all levels of plant personnel, both verbally and on in-plant radios and paging systems. Able to perform physically demanding activities while working in all types of extreme environments, both indoors and outdoors. Job requires bending, kneeling, crawling, stooping and standing for long periods of time. Must be able to work in power plant environment, which includes rotating equipment, electrical equipment, high noise areas, and elevations in excess of 100 feet, ability to work in confined spaces. Must be physically able to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs. Ability to work in confined spaces. Ability to operate specialized vehicles such as forklifts, scissor lifts, etc., and maintain required licenses or certifications. Willingness to complete NUS Course in electrical and Instrumentation. Must possess basic PC skills. Willingness to work extended hours: nights, weekends, holidays, etc.

Basic Job Duties:
Troubleshoot and maintain power plant instruments such as pneumatic and electronic controllers, microprocessor systems, transmitters, recorders, control valves, fuel gas monitoring equipment, etc. Ability to perform maintenance on above described equipment. Ability to troubleshoot above described equipment including problem identification, evaluation of alternative solutions and implementation of corrective action. Ability to read control loop drawings, piping and instrument drawings, and logic drawings.

Title: COMBINED CYCLE OPERATOR (10)
Closed: Open Until Filled
Dept./Div: Stanton Energy Center B- GAS GENERATION
Hours: Rotating Shift Work
Salary: $30.00 - $31.50 per hour

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent education.

Requirements:
Note: This posting is also for the recruitment of candidates for future vacancies only. Successful candidates may be placed on an eligibility list, effective for six (6) months.
Minimum of 4.5 years of power plant controls experience. Power plant operations experience or industrial process control operations experience required. Skills commiserate to a PRBU Technician III or higher and work as such on a periodic basis during the year. Working knowledge of general industrial and power plant safety practices. Ability to communicate in an understandable voice with all levels of plant personnel, both verbally and on in-plant radio and page systems. Physically able to negotiate inclines and stairs. Physically able to open and close valves requiring 50 pounds of force. Driver's license must meet OUC policy standard. Computer literate (work order generation, spreadsheets, graphics, etc.). Willingness to work extended hours when required including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Basic Job Duties:
All activities associated with commissioning, startup, shutdown and operation of the Combined Cycle Facility including related auxiliary systems. Operators will work both as control room and system operators responsible for the detailed operation of the respective equipment. Operations personnel will be expected to be qualified as a mechanic, electrician or instrumentation technician with skills commiserate to a PRBU Technician III or higher and work as such on a periodic basis during the year. Technical and operational understanding of all power plant systems and the ability to safely and effectively operate these systems within established parameters. Effectively operate and control equipment through the use of multiple plant coordinated control systems including Ovation and GE MK6e. Routine monitoring of process status and performance including sampling of gas and liquid streams. Conduct routine equipment inspection rounds. Reviewing operations manuals, procedures, and logging of shift activities and performance. Conduct routine housekeeping throughout the C.C. Facility. Troubleshoot operational systems including problem identification, evaluation of alternative solutions and implementation of corrective action. Cross train in several positions and rotate routinely through these assignments. Lead and direct other operators and technicians. Operations personnel will be expected to be qualified as a mechanic, electrician or instrumentation technician with skills commiserate to a PRBU Technician III or higher and work as such on a periodic basis during the year.

Manager of Electric System Control
City of Lakeland
Salary Range is $76,793 - $116,230 depending on qualifications

General Description of Class: This managerial position is responsible for overseeing and directing the administrative and technical functions and personnel needed to ensure safe and reliable operations of the electric transmission and distribution system. Work involves planning, coordination and supervising the daily activities of the Electric Control Center and first responder Troublemen groups. Responsibilities include working with the AGM – Delivery to establish goals and criteria for the successful and reliable operation of the electric transmission, substation and distribution network in compliance with NERC and FRCC reliability standards.

Qualifications: An accredited four (4) year college degree in engineering or engineering technology, or a high school diploma supplemented by courses in electrical theory and/or operations with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in electric system operations. Minimum of five (5) year of supervisory experience in electric system control environment. Must possess and maintain North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) System Operator Certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Completion of City University Level one (1) or completion within twelve (12) months.

A City of Lakeland application is required in addition to a resume and transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications are available at the Civil Service Department, 500 N. Lake Parker Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801 or www.lakelandgov.net/civilservice. Fax (863) 834-8785 or email civilservice@lakelandgov.net. Note: Position is open until filled. The City of Lakeland offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and pension plans.

EOE/DFWP

Director, Electric Utility
City of Ocala, Florida

Salary: Depends on qualifications – Salary Range - $74,614 to $126,844

The City of Ocala, Florida, is seeking an Electric Utility Director. Ocala is located 75 miles north of Orlando in Central Florida.

The Electric Utility Director is a highly responsible administrative, technical, and operational position that serves as the Chief Operating Officer for the Ocala Electric Utility. Ocala Electric Utility provides electric services to approximately 44,000 customers in and around the City of Ocala and has a service area of approximately 170 square miles. The Director reports directly to the City Manager or designee.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a diverse background in all aspects of electric utility operations, management and administration, and outstanding leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include ensuring a positive and productive relationship between management, employees, customers, and the general public. The successful candidate will have the following educational background: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business administration with specific training in the electric utility field; and five to ten years of upper management experience with an electric utility of similar size to Ocala.

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including pension, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, vacation leave, sick leave, holidays, health insurance, etc.

Residency within the electric utility service territory is required within one year of date of hire or promotion to this position and must be maintained during employment.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit a detailed resume, including current salary and the names and phone numbers of five work-related references to the address below:

City of Ocala
Human Resources Department
P O Box 1270
Ocala, FL 34478-1270
(352)351-6663 – phone
(352)401-6942 – fax
HR@ocalafl.org
www.ocalafl.org

Hiring decisions are contingent on the results of a post offer drug screen and physical.

The City of Ocala is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
M/F/V

Sr. Engineer (Electrical)

Orlando Utilities Comission-Stanton Energy Center (Coal-Fire Plant)

Hours: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday thru Friday

Salary: Min. $59,200 – Max. $88,800 annually

Education:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology.

Requirements:
Minimum of five (5) years of related engineering experience. Power Plant (preferably Coal-Fired) process controls system experience with any and/or all of the following:

- Steam boiler system and boiler auxiliary components.
- Large rotating equipment such as FD and ID fans, feed pumps, and general service pumps.
- Brine Plants (cooling tower blowdown treatment).
- Air heater, bottom ash, and fly ash systems.
- Scrubbers, precipitators, SCRs, and sludge conditioning systems.
- Plant and/or industrial electrical system knowledge.
- Demonstrate ability to apply mechanical, electrical, chemical and/or controls aptitudes within a power plant environment.
- Have a high-level understanding of power plant processes, and to work with mechanical, electrical, and/or controls equipment and complete systems.
- Be self-motivated, consistent, reliable, and responsible.
- Ability to effectively work and interact with a wide variety of employees, customers, and vendors/contractors.
- Willingness to work extended hours when required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Demonstrate highly effective use of written and oral communication skills.
- Willingness to work in hot and dusty environments, confined spaces and at heights.
- Demonstrate high-level of proficiency in using personal computers for email, word processing, spreadsheets, and other software programs in support of engineering duties.
- Good negotiation, time-management, and people skills.
- High-level knowledge of process control systems.
- Experience with mechanical and electrical systems.

Basic Job Duties:
Support and maintain power plant control systems including modifications and upgrades. From an assigned area of responsibility, initiate and develop detailed plans for improvement to plant processes and systems. Provide coordination and field monitoring of assigned projects. Initiate, develop, and oversee plant projects from start to completion. Evaluate new/changing technologies and products for applications in a power plant. Communicate, coordinate, and resolve conflicts with multiple parties in the completion of plant projects, including but not limited to contractors, governmental agencies, OUC employees, and customers. Develop detailed engineering packages for submission to management and the Orlando Utilities Commission, including spreadsheets (graphs, tables, calculations, economic/financial analyses, budgets), well-written and supportive memorandums, purchase requests, and capital project documentation. Justification of projects must be performed from technical and economic perspectives based on a high level of engineering experience. Initiate, develop, and submit to management for approval, budgetary information with cost estimates and time frames for annual and long-term Operations and Maintenance and Capital expenditures. Coordinate the work of technicians and contractors in the completion of plant projects. Apply the requirements and principles of various industry practices originating from engineering organizations, governmental agencies, safety laws and codes in the development of plant projects. Apply sound engineering principles in the design of economical, safe, reliable, and efficient new and/or upgraded processes or systems for plant improvement.

CERTIFIED SYSTEM OPERATOR:

The Kissimmee Utility Authority, the sixth largest municipal utility in Florida, is seeking a NERC Certified System Operator to operate the utility’s transmission and distribution power systems. This is responsible technical work monitoring and controlling the KUA’s electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems on an assigned rotating shift. Other duties include but are not limited to: administering system switching procedures, directing the restoration of the generation, transmission and distribution systems following system disturbances, monitoring and regulating power system voltages, frequency, reactance and current flows, transmission tie-line coordination with neighboring utilities, dispatching of field crews to accommodate distribution customer needs and maintaining detailed records of all actions taken. A willingness to learn and apply good customer service procedures and react calmly under stressful situations is a must. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power system operations and a comprehensive understanding of the operation of generation, transmission and distribution. A current NERC Transmission Operator certification is preferred. The ability to obtain NERC certification within a six month period is required. Salary range: (Low) $29.18 – (High) $32.38. Excellent benefits. An application is required for consideration of employment. Resumes may be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of an application. An application may be downloaded at www.kua.com. Applicants may mail, fax or e-mail their application to: Kissimmee Utility Authority, Human Resources Department, 1701 W. Carroll Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741. Fax: 407-933-1761. E-mail: hr@kua.com. Application deadline: February 20, 2008. EOE

Title: Manager, Safety & Training Dept./Div: PRBU
Effective: 10/12/07 Closed: Open until filled
Hours: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm (subject to change)
Salary: Min. $72,200 – Mid. $90,200 – Max. $108,200

Orlando Utilities Commission

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in business, risk management, engineering, or related area.

Requirements:
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in providing safety management for an industrial facility, preferably in a power generation plant or petro-chemical facility. Designation as a Certified Safety Professional by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals is required. Experience in managing Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Programs in regards to Hazard Awareness training, technical training, system training, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) development, inspection frequency and documentation, contractor evaluation, and the general policies of the PSM.RMP programs to meet regulatory requirements. Experience acting as a representative of regulatory agencies to reconcile any employee complaints of hazardous working conditions and to demonstrate the effectiveness of the safety program in general inspections. Experience in the coordination of overlapping aspects of the safety and environmental functions at industrial facilities such as Asbestos Abatement, Lead Abatement and Emergency Planning and Response for Chemical Spill/Release Emergencies. Experience in managing an Emergency Response Team and providing consultant services to the management at industrial facilities as to how to provide service for the medical, fire and chemical emergencies at multiple locations. Experience in managing a Radiation Safety Program and acting as the Radiation Safety Officer, ensuring the program meets safety requirements, preventative maintenance and inspections as per the regulatory requirements of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and State of Florida. Experience in providing safety oversight and coordination for Contractors for new construction projects, maintenance/repair projects and other contractor operations. Experience in coordination and execution of the emergency planning for hurricanes for multiple facilities. Experience in the development of training curriculums for safety and technical training programs. Experience in presenting training and other information to large and small groups of personnel. Excellent computer skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite programs such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Front Page. Excellent knowledge of OSHA regulations for General Industry (1910) and Construction (1926) with particular emphasis on 1910.269.

Basic Job Duties:
Advise the Vice President and power generation management of strategies to reduce employee injuries, protect plant equipment and minimize risks involved in the operation of multiple power generating facilities. Interpret government regulations and OUC policies and provide cost effective strategies of compliance to plant management and employees. Act as OUC and/or PRBU representative with other organizations and other business units on issues involving safety of personnel in the work place as well as protecting of equipment and ensuring training is adequate. Observation and attention to detail along with ability use resources to provide solutions after detecting problems or discrepancies. Able to handle difficult situations, possess forward thinking capabilities, and be a motivated self-starter and provide direction and motivation to the PRBU Safety & Training Staff and all PRBU employees. Lead employee groups for the purpose of acquiring information, setting objectives, and carrying out projects and programs to completion. Use innovative thought processes to overcome obstacles to keeping personnel safe and/or keeping projects, operations or maintenance progressing in a timely manner. Act as a leader and subject matter expert on safety issues. This includes working under pressure of deadlines, employee relations issues, during emergencies and in other stressful situations or conditions. Provide management of the safety & training programs for multiple power generation facilities of multiple types such as pulverized coal, oil & gas, combined cycle and combustion turbines. Manage the staff of the PRBU Safety & Training Division.

Electric Transmission and Distribution Manager—Gainesville Regional Utilities, Gainesville, FL
This is managerial and professional work overseeing the operation the utility’s electric transmission and distribution systems and vegetation management programs. GRU serves approximately 88K customers via its 230KV & 138KV transmission system and 12KV distribution system (57% underground construction). The Electric T&D team is comprised of 81 employees that have earned significant acclaim for excellence in linework and vegetation management programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in engineering (preferably electric) and six years of progressively responsible experience in the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric utility transmission and distribution systems including two years supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. NOTES: May be required to attend meetings outside normal business hours and must satisfy the City’s emergency response boundary requirement.

Salary range: $91,402.55 - $141,673.95 annually.

Please apply on line at www.cityofgainesville.org

Contact Information: City of Gainesville/Gainesville Regional Utilities
Human Resources/Organizational Development
PH: 352-334-5077 Fax: 352-334-3588

Accountant III
City of Gainesville/Gainesville Regional Utilities

$31,058.52 - $61,309.21
Open Until Filled

This is advanced and specialized professional accounting work with varied financial duties including maintenance of, and reporting requirements from a networked accounting system. A good understanding of generally accepted accounting principles is required. Preparation of financial statements, understanding of state tax law requirements and assisting in the annual independent audit are some of the key duties of this position.

Graduation from an accredited four year college with Major in Accounting, four years of utility or governmental accounting experience. Duties include financial statement preparation and analysis, fuel and purchased gas accounting, maintain various ledgers and funds, participate in annual audit.

Please apply online at www.cityofgainesville.jobs

Superintendent of Customer Service
City of Homestead

Duties: The incumbent is responsible for activities of employees engaged in the collection of delinquent accounts; the receiving, recording, and depositing of monies for the City; responding to customer inquiries/complaints; establishing or termination utility services for all City utilities customers; multi service billing; utility meter reading and maintenance.

Requirements: This position requires a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; five years of administrative or higher level experience in utility billing, cash receipts, controls, accounting credits, and collections; or equivalent combination of education and experience, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license with a clean driving record. Must pass a background check and a drug test in compliance with the City's Drug Free Workplace policy.

Application deadline: Position open until filled.

Apply: For more information and/or an application, visit our website: www.cityofhomestead.com

Send application to: City of Homestead, Att: HR, 790 N. Homestead Blvd., Homestead, FL, 33030 or Fax: (305) 224-4479. EOE/DFW.

Utility Plant Operator
City of Jacksonville Beach

The City of Jacksonville Beach is seeking to hire a part time Utility Plant Operator for our Pollution Control Plant, the desired candidate will have at minimum a HSD/GED, Valid FL Drivers license along with a Level C Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s Cert, issued by State of Florida. This position includes operation of a wastewater treatment plant, performing basic chemical & bacteriological tests, preparing & maintaining records on plant operations. Does related as required, see full job description for more details.

*This position is subject to certification to wear respiratory equipment

* Hours vary, mostly Saturdays 7a-3p, emergency, recall & standby duty as required. $13.17-$17/hr.

Open until filled For complete details and an application visit us online at www.JacksonvilleBeach.org and click on Employment
EOE, VP, Drug free work environment.

Electric Distribution System Supervisor
City of Wauchula

The City of Wauchula will be accepting applications for an Electric Distribution System Supervisor position in the Public Works Department.

Experience required: 15 years in Electrical Distribution System including 3 yrs of Supervisory experience. Sub station experience desired.

Pay range: $52,000 - $62,000. Excellent health and benefit package.

Applications may be obtained at the City Administration office located at 126 S 7TH Ave. Wauchula 33873.Send resume to Human Resource Department, all inquires please call 863-773-3131. Applications will be accepted until job is filled.

The City of Wauchula is a Drug Free Work Place and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Senior Relay Technician
City of Ocala

The City of Ocala, FL is now accepting applications for a
Senior Relay Technician. Applicants must have a High School Diploma with supplemental training in Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution and minimum of (5) years experience as a qualified Relay Technician. This is a responsible, highly skilled, and advanced technical position in the construction, instillation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protective relays, SCADA, fiber optics, and related substation equipment. Accepted applicant will be expected to perform a variety of daily tasks, including but not limited to: test, calibrate, and/or program protective relays, maintenance and repair of relay installations, use of various testing and analysis devices to assure the accuracy and functionality of each installation. Experience with computers, microprocessor controlled equipment, data communications, and CAD.

The City of Ocala has an excellent benefits package. Salary range: $19.84 – $30.56 hourly, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should visit www.ocalafl.org to access the employment application. Applications are to be mailed to the City of Ocala, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1270, Ocala Florida 34478.
Hiring decisions contingent upon results of alcohol/drug screening and physical examination. EOE/M/F/D/V.

Coordinator, Electrical Engineering Projects
City of Vero Beach

$43,764.24 annually; Electrical Engineering & New Construction Department. Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional level electrical engineering design, plan review, and related work. Requires possession of an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or closely related field and 5 years full-time technical level electrical engineering experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. City of Vero Beach, HR Department at 772/978-4909; Website: www.covb.org. EOE/DFW.

Power Plant Director
City of Vero Beach. (pop. 18,160)

The City is accepting resumes for a motivated, strategic thinking individual to manage and direct the overall operations of the City’s Power Plant.

Minimum qualifications require comprehensive knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and ordinances related to electric power plant operations. Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field and seven (7) years supervisory/managerial level experience in power plant operations. A Master’s degree in Public Administration or Business Administration may substitute for one year of the required experience. Experience directing the activities of a municipal electric power plant in a Union environment, experience in such operations in the State of Florida, and hurricane/disaster recovery experience are strongly preferred. On call twenty-four (24) hours for emergencies. May work extended hours including nights and weekends as an executive reporting to the City Manager. The anticipated hiring range is $75,342-$101,725 annually, DOQ.

Applicants may submit a resume, but must submit a complete and signed City of Vero Beach application along with salary history and five professional references. Applications may be downloaded at www.covb.org\employment or you may call the Human Resources Department at (772) 978-4900. Applications should be sent to Robert Anderson, Human Resources Director, 1053 20th Place, Vero Beach, FL 32961-1389. Applicants are advised that all submitted materials become a public record upon submission. EOE/DFWP

Deputy Director of Electric Utility
City of Ocala

The City of Ocala, FL is now accepting applications for a Deputy Director of Electric Utility. Applicants must have a minimum of a four-year college degree in engineering or business administration with specific training in the electric utility field is preferred, however an equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be substituted at the discretion of the Director of Electric Utility. Must have a minimum of ten years supervisory experience in upper management with the ability to plan and coordinate the many functions and activities of a municipal electric utility.
Applicants must be able to manage a large group of professional and non-professional employees. Must have good knowledge of various aspects of an electric utility operation. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must have comprehensive knowledge of the modern principles of administration and management of a municipal electric utility. Must have good knowledge of utility accounting, both state and federal. Ability to delegate, plan and review work of others. Good background in business management and strong organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as with a group to achieve goals and objectives. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

The City of Ocala has an excellent benefits package. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should visit www.ocalafl.org to access the employment application. Applications are to be mailed to the City of Ocala, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1270, Ocala Florida 34478.
Hiring decisions contingent upon results of alcohol/drug screening and physical examination. EOE/M/F/D/V.

Deputy Human Resources Director:

Kissimmee Utility Authority: (Low) $47,258 - (High) $66,622; Performs professional technical administration of employee health, dental, life and supplemental insurance programs. Responsible for the administration of employee compensation programs. Job tasks and functions require a hands-on approach. Acts as the department director in his/her absence. Should have a general knowledge of processing statistical data and use of spread sheets. Should have excellent computer skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Great Plains applications desired. Must be able to work well with employees, management and program affiliates. B.S. degree in human resources, accounting and finance, or related field. Extensive experience in the administration of multi-million dollar employee health benefits, insurances and compensation programs. Any combination of education training and experience. Supervisory expertise desired. Excellent benefits. An application is required for consideration of employment. Resumes may be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of an application. An application may be downloaded at www.kua.com. Applicants may mail, fax or e-mail their application to Kissimmee Utility Authority, Human Resources Department, 1701 W. Carroll Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741. Fax: 407-933-1761. E-mail: hr@kua.com. Application deadline: August 24, 2007. EOE No relocation allowance.

Director of Electric Utilities
City of Homestead

Salary: $107,640 - $131,206 Annually

This position provides leadership to the Electric Utility department. Responsible technical and administrative position involving short and long range planning, and budgeting. Responsible for establishing and managing the department’s goals and objectives. Assigning and reviewing work of subordinates, personal attention to administrative details and to special projects. Director is directly responsible for the overall operation of the Electric Utilities department. Employee works under the general supervisor of the City Manager or designee but work is performed with considerable independence in the overall operation of the department. Work is evaluated by observation of results obtained, reports, and conferences with supervisor. May perform any combination of all of the following, depending on specific departmental assignment: Plans, develops, organizes, coordinates and directs the efficient and safe operation and maintenance of Electric department. Interprets federal, state, and local regulatory policies and laws and develops specific operating procedures which comply with all requirements. Delegates functional activities to subordinates and establishes supervisory schedules and responsibilities to ensure quality and timeliness of independent decisions required to provide continuous service to public and safety of workers. Investigates, evaluates, and determines best application of new developments in electric power industry, and devises other means of securing maximum efficiency of personnel and equipment. Anticipates and forecasts power consumption and economic trends, prepares budget recommendations, and makes related decisions in order to keep facilities and system operation current with economic changes. Analyzes trends, such as growth projections of service areas, to determine adequacy of current facilities and to project community demands for future facilities. Plans methods and sequence of operations to facilitate additions, deletions and modifications to the system. Cooperates with representatives of other organizations in solving interrelated administrative, organizational, and technical problems. Preparation of specifications for projects, equipment and facilities as needed. Oversees the development, construction, presentation and implementation of long and short range planning and capital improvement programs and presents studies and special reports concerning Department’s projects and financial planning. Establish and manage the department’s goals and objectives and insure proper utilization of appropriate funds. Prepares written reports on operations as required. Evaluates bids for conformity with contract requirements and specifications and makes recommendations. Performs other assigned duties.

Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or related field with ten years related experience (five in the electric utility and five in supervisory experience). Must have strong administrative and business background. Registration as a professional engineer in the State of Florida is desirable. The ability to interact effectively with supervisor, subordinates, developers and the general public. Must have strong communication skills. Must pass a background check and a drug test in compliance with the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy.

For consideration, complete and submit a City of Homestead Employment Application. Applications can be downloaded from website, www.cityofhomestead.com