City of Boca Raton, Florida Utility Services
Pay: $27.54 - $37.35 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Boca Raton, Florida
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.
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
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
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
Valid Florida Class E Driver License
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
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.
Applications must be submitted through the City of Boca Raton's online careers portal.
Application Deadline: August 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
