Apply On Or Before
Apply on or before 05/24/2024
Department Name
Electric & Gas Utility
EEO/Benefits Information
The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs and comprehensive benefit packages all which positions us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. Come be part of something HUGE! For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX
The City of Tallahassee is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com
Job Specifications
For the complete job specification, listing major job functions and duties for this job classification, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx
Minimum Training & Experience
Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
Individuals in this classification are considered essential during emergency and storm situations and must be able to work 16 hours per day for extended periods of time and may be required to be away from their family.
Individuals in this classification must be available to serve on-call and are subject to having to work outside of their assigned shift/schedule to meet operational needs.
Individuals in this classification are subject to being deployed for mutual aid assignments out of town. These mutual aid assignments will require travel, extended work days and working 16 hours per day during deployment.
Applicants for this classification must be able to pass the City of Tallahassee-Electric & Gas Utility pre-employment screening and assessment program.
Individuals in this classification are in an apprentice program that is an "up or out" program. As such, they must show continued advancement through the program or will be subject to termination.
Employees in this classification are required to have and to maintain a valid CDL driver's license in order to have continued employment. This includes a requirement that the employee register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Salary Range
The Electric & Gas Utility's State Certified Apprenticeship Program uses an in-house training approach to progress employees either every six months or one year depending on the step. Apprentices will receive the required on the job and computer-based training while at work and must progress at the specified timeframes to maintain employment.
Position
Step #
Time in Step
Hourly Salary (FY24)
Apprentice Lineworker
G1
6 months
$22.011651
G2
6 months
$24.457390
1
6 months
$26.903129
2
6 months
$29.348868
3
6 months
$31.794607
4
6 months
$34.240346
5
6 months
$36.686084
6
6 months
$39.131824
7
1 year
$41.577563
Veteran's Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214 IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants MUST upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.
How To Apply
Click the Apply Now button below to Apply On-Line. Only On-Line applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the on-line application, including education and work history, even if you also submit a resume. If you need additional information about how to complete your on-line application, see our Application page at http://www.talgov.com/employment/employment.aspx
If you have a disability requiring accommodations,please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.
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