Technician, Senior Electrical Maintenance

Technician, Senior Electrical Maintenance

Salary

$35.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Location

7401 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

08028OD

Department

Utilities

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Lee County Utilities is looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Technician to join our team.

In this critical role, you'll help keep the electrical systems that power our water and wastewater treatment plants running safely, reliably, and efficiently. Your work directly supports public health, environmental protection, and the essential services our community depends on every day.

If you're a skilled electrician who enjoys troubleshooting, hands-on technical work, and working on complex industrial systems, this is an opportunity to use your expertise where it truly matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Perform journeyman-level electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems, identify root causes, and implement safe, effective corrections
• Install and wire new electrical equipment from start to finish
• Inspect, test, and maintain motors, control panels, switchgear, pumps, and related electrical components
• Review and interpret engineering plans, blueprints, schematics, and specifications
• Use electrical test equipment, power tools, and diagnostic instruments safely and effectively
• Work independently in the field and alongside operators, mechanics, engineers, and supervisors
• Maintain detailed records, documentation, and reports
• Follow national and local electrical codes and department safety practices
• Be available for varying hours, on-call rotations, and emergency response
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
• Four or more years of related electrical experience, preferably in industrial or utility environments
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Working knowledge of national and local electrical codes
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings, blueprints, and control schematics
• Experience using test equipment and hand/power tools
• Ability to work safely, independently, and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in water or wastewater treatment facilities
• Industrial electrical experience with motors, switchgear, variable frequency drives, motor control centers and SCADA systems
• Ability to diagnose complex electrical issues with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of electrical systems used in treatment plants or similar industrial facilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions in the field
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with large equipment
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and electrical schematics
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship
• Clear communication skills and strong teamwork abilities
• Ability to work outdoors, in confined spaces, and around equipment, machinery, and treatment processes

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial electrician or controls technician who enjoys complex problem-solving, takes pride in high-quality craftsmanship, and thrives in a hands-on environment. You bring strong technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to keeping essential community infrastructure running safely and reliably. You're comfortable working independently, adapting to unexpected challenges, and collaborating with operators, engineers, and maintenance teams. You want a career where your skills make a real difference.

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

• On-call rotations required

• Must be available for varying hours and emergency response when needed

Why Join Us?

As a Senior Electrical Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring uninterrupted water and wastewater service for our community. You'll work with modern treatment facilities, complex electrical systems, and dedicated professionals who value safety, teamwork, and excellence. This is a stable, meaningful career with strong long-term opportunities for growth within Lee County's public service sector.

About Lee County Utilities

Lee County Utilities delivers safe, reliable water and wastewater services across Southwest Florida. We're committed to protecting public health, supporting infrastructure, and providing dependable service to residents and businesses.

About Lee County

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee Countys benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of whats included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

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Do you have four (4) years of electrical experience in an industrial, utilities, or commercial environment? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience using electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience troubleshooting electrical control systems? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Lee County Government

Address P.O. Box 398

ATT: Human Resources

Fort Myers, Florida, 33902

Phone (239) 533-2245

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty