Vocational Apprenticeship New

Overview

I. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Utility Services provide water and wastewater services for about 130, 000 customers in the City of Boca Raton. The Department employs over 150 full-time employees serving this customer base and meeting the regulatory requirements of the industry. We are strive to recruit, hire and retain the most dedicated and qualified employees. The Vocational Apprenticeship Program (the Program) provides an opportunity for individuals to acquire skills through practical on-the-job work experience, and, provides the City of Boca Raton with potential applicants for future permanent employment. Interested applicants should read information outlined below. II. ELIGIBILITY Apprentices will be required to follow all City safety policies and procedures and attend all required on the job safety and technical training programs as it pertains to the job. Apprentices must follow the City timekeeping procedures and report to work in a timely prompt manner. Minimum Requirements for Apprenticeship Program:

• Graduation from High School or attending an accredited Technical Vocational School or Community College will supplement this requirement.
• Available to work Monday thru Friday between 7.00am to 4.30pm.
• A desire to pursue a career in municipal government

III. QUALIFICATIONS The applicant must be of good moral character, have good communication skills, strong work ethic, be able to follow written and verbal directions, and be able to work well with others. In addition, but not limited to have the ability to:

• Ability to lift, carry or push 50 pounds.
• Possession of valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.
• Have some basic knowledge and training in any of the following areas: Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Welding, Machining, Carpentry, Construction, Instrumentation, Computer Repair & Programming.
• Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, noise and etc.
• Must be able to wear and our use appropriate personal protection equipment.

IV. Program Term Requires a minimum commitment of six (6) months, preferably one (1) year. V. Available Positions

• Plant Electrician Apprentice-- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or technical vocational trade school and at least six (6) months of documented experience in electrical installation work.

VI. EXPECTATIONS Candidates selected for an Apprenticeship will be expected to comply with all the City and Department rules and regulations. In addition, candidates will be expected to:

• Wear proper attire while working in accordance with the City of Boca Raton's personnel rules and regulations policy.
• Required to follow all safety rules and regulations and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
• Conduct him/herself in a professional manner
• Clock in and out each day and manage schedule with assigned Departmental Apprenticeship Coordinator.

Physical

Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull articles weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Some tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work. Ability to climb a ladder. Must be able to wear hard hat, safety glasses, goggles, safety harness, safety shoes/boots, and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, heights, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, electrical hazards, moving mechanical parts, and confined spaces. POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS: The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Workers' Compensation
• Educational Verification
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen