Requisition No: 860467 Agency: Department of Corrections Working Title: Master Electrician - Statewide Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70055555 Salary: $43,080.70 - $47,867.30 annually Posting Closing Date: 04/01/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS We Never Walk Alone Master Electrician- Statewide This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at various Correctional Institutions in the Maintenance Department statewide. The mission of Facilities Management and Building Construction at the Florida Department of Corrections is to provide a safe, secure, and efficient environment for staff, inmates, and visitors. This is achieved through the effective management, maintenance, and construction of correctional facilities, ensuring they meet all regulatory standards and support the department's overall mission of public safety and rehabilitation. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves. JOB DUTIES: This working position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of all types of electrical infrastructure, electrical systems, and electrical devices including but not limited to, power, lighting, control, locking control, and motors and associated systems and components utilized in the operation of the facility. • Performs preventive maintenance and repairs for all electrical systems, ensuring proper function. • Conducts tests, maintains logs, and keeps records for equipment as per Department guidelines. • Installs, alters, repairs, or replaces electrical infrastructure, lighting systems, motors, motor starters, transformers, circuit breaker panels, and related electrical distribution up to 600 volts. • Follows local, state, and federal codes, tool safety, and security procedures, and plans and organizes work, requisitioning necessary parts. • Prepares reports, supervises inmates, prepares their progress reports, participates in departmental training, and performs other related duties as required. BENEFITS: • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. • Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. • Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance. • Tuition-Free college courses. • Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System: • * Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan) • Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan) • Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop) • Deferred Compensation • Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption. REQUIREMENTS: • A high school diploma or its equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in the Electrical/Electrician field OR four or more years experience in the Electrical/ Electrician field (College or vocational/technical training in one of the above listed trades can substitute for the required experience). • A valid Driver's License Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee's eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form. For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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See More Details >>Department: Transmission FT/PT Status: Full Time JOB DESCRIPTION: We have openings in our Tavernier and Marathon locations. Primary Responsibilities: • Responsible for all assignments, directives, schedules, and programs as may be assigned. • Perform all phases of substation construction on 138kv and below voltage equipment including but not limited to: reading and understanding schematic diagrams and construction drawings, construction of foundations, erecting structures, installation of busses, switches, breakers, transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors, circuit switchers, AC and DC secondary voltage systems, conduit and cable raceways, grounding systems, pulling and terminating of cable, installation of control metering and relay panels, etc. • Perform all phases of substation maintenance on 138kv and below voltage equipment including but not limited to: adjustments of switches, sampling, testing, degasification, and filtering of oil. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on the following: LTCs, breakers, regulators, transformers, and capacitor banks. Update substation logs and equipment records, maintenance of substation yard, fence, gates, signs, and security systems, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and stored energy systems, read, and understand schematics and wiring diagrams, etc. • Perform the following tests using manufacturer software (if applicable): contact resistance, insulation resistance (megger), complete set of power factor tests (doble), winding resistance, TTR, high potential (hi-pot), dielectric of oil, SF6 tests (moisture, SO2, purity), breaker timing, battery load, and impedance, infrared thermography (FLIR), • Perform monthly inspections and gather all necessary data for the generation of reports and updating records. Make repairs and corrections on any abnormal findings. • Perform switching and tagging on equipment at all voltages as directed by the system operator or supervisors in accordance with established FKEC practices. • Operate the following equipment: digger derrick, mini excavator, skid steer, trencher, mini backhoe, bucket truck, automobiles, and forklift. • Provide support to the Marathon Generation Plant as needed and the Marathon position will be based out of Marathon Generation Plant. • Responsible for the performance of assigned work in accordance with FKEC's standards and procedures. • Ensure safety rules and requirements are followed in accordance with the FKEC "Basic Life-Saving Rules" and acceptable utility standards. • Must be familiar with and have the ability to use wiring diagrams and schematics as well as the applicable ANSI, IEEE, NESC, and OSHA standards, etc. Additional Considerations: • Safety – Follow and promote FKEC's Safety Program and Corporate safety goals. • Communications – Ensure all communications internally and externally are provided in a timely and professional manner. Must possess strong communications skills to effectively interact with all other FKEC departments. • Professional Conduct – Model and encourage the pursuit of company values through examples of leadership, honesty, integrity, and respect. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: High school graduate or equivalent. • Training and Experience: Must have completed an approved Substation Electrician Apprenticeship or equivalent. Must have a Florida Class A CDL (or transfer to Florida Class A CDL within 6 months). Must be FKEC or equivalent certified for working in or out of the bucket. • Tools: Electrician and mechanic hand tools, air, electric, and hydraulic power tools, chain saws, electrical test equipment, and all specialty tools provided by FKEC. • Must possess a valid Class A CDL with an endorsement for operating vehicles with air brakes. If Class A CDL is not issued by the state of Florida, must be able to transfer to the State of Florida. OTHER JOB INFORMATION (if applicable): Working Conditions: • Position requires medium lifting, awkward work positions, and exposure to many adverse elements of weather conditions. • Physical demands: the ability to climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, perform repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to exert a force of 100 lbs occasionally. • Working environment: Substation and generating plant environment, subject to extreme heat, excessive noise levels, and vibration, exposure to mineral oil, lubricants, paint, cleaning agents, dust, compressed gases (nitrogen, oxygen, acetylene, SF6, and argon, dry air, etc.). Air-conditioned offices and control houses with access to phones and radiophones. Location Requirements: Worker for this position is not required to live within the FKEC service territory, but it is highly recommended. All applicants are subject to passing a background check and a pre-employment drug screen. Department: Transmission FT/PT Status: Full Time JOB DESCRIPTION: We have openings in our Tavernier and Marathon locations. Primary Responsibilities: • Responsible for all assignments, directives, schedules, and programs as may be assigned. • Perform all phases of substation construction on 138kv and below voltage equipment including but not limited to: reading and understanding schematic diagrams and construction drawings, construction of foundations, erecting structures, installation of busses, switches, breakers, transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors, circuit switchers, AC and DC secondary voltage systems, conduit and cable raceways, grounding systems, pulling and terminating of cable, installation of control metering and relay panels, etc. • Perform all phases of substation maintenance on 138kv and below voltage equipment including but not limited to: adjustments of switches, sampling, testing, degasification, and filtering of oil. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on the following: LTCs, breakers, regulators, transformers, and capacitor banks. Update substation logs and equipment records, maintenance of substation yard, fence, gates, signs, and security systems, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and stored energy systems, read, and understand schematics and wiring diagrams, etc. • Perform the following tests using manufacturer software (if applicable): contact resistance, insulation resistance (megger), complete set of power factor tests (doble), winding resistance, TTR, high potential (hi-pot), dielectric of oil, SF6 tests (moisture, SO2, purity), breaker timing, battery load, and impedance, infrared thermography (FLIR), • Perform monthly inspections and gather all necessary data for the generation of reports and updating records. Make repairs and corrections on any abnormal findings. • Perform switching and tagging on equipment at all voltages as directed by the system operator or supervisors in accordance with established FKEC practices. • Operate the following equipment: digger derrick, mini excavator, skid steer, trencher, mini backhoe, bucket truck, automobiles, and forklift. • Provide support to the Marathon Generation Plant as needed and the Marathon position will be based out of Marathon Generation Plant. • Responsible for the performance of assigned work in accordance with FKEC's standards and procedures. • Ensure safety rules and requirements are followed in accordance with the FKEC "Basic Life-Saving Rules" and acceptable utility standards. • Must be familiar with and have the ability to use wiring diagrams and schematics as well as the applicable ANSI, IEEE, NESC, and OSHA standards, etc. Additional Considerations: • Safety – Follow and promote FKEC's Safety Program and Corporate safety goals. • Communications – Ensure all communications internally and externally are provided in a timely and professional manner. Must possess strong communications skills to effectively interact with all other FKEC departments. • Professional Conduct – Model and encourage the pursuit of company values through examples of leadership, honesty, integrity, and respect. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: High school graduate or equivalent. • Training and Experience: Must have completed an approved Substation Electrician Apprenticeship or equivalent. Must have a Florida Class A CDL (or transfer to Florida Class A CDL within 6 months). Must be FKEC or equivalent certified for working in or out of the bucket. • Tools: Electrician and mechanic hand tools, air, electric, and hydraulic power tools, chain saws, electrical test equipment, and all specialty tools provided by FKEC. • Must possess a valid Class A CDL with an endorsement for operating vehicles with air brakes. If Class A CDL is not issued by the state of Florida, must be able to transfer to the State of Florida. OTHER JOB INFORMATION (if applicable): Working Conditions: • Position requires medium lifting, awkward work positions, and exposure to many adverse elements of weather conditions. • Physical demands: the ability to climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, perform repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to exert a force of 100 lbs occasionally. • Working environment: Substation and generating plant environment, subject to extreme heat, excessive noise levels, and vibration, exposure to mineral oil, lubricants, paint, cleaning agents, dust, compressed gases (nitrogen, oxygen, acetylene, SF6, and argon, dry air, etc.). Air-conditioned offices and control houses with access to phones and radiophones. Location Requirements: Worker for this position is not required to live within the FKEC service territory, but it is highly recommended. All applicants are subject to passing a background check and a pre-employment drug screen.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Key Largo, FL, typically starts with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Florida, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Key Largo earn an average of $1,556 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,144. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
