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

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

01

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 driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

Required Question