<p>About Us</p> <p>Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.</p> <p>The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.</p> <p>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 benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.</p> <p>Apply On Or Before</p> <p>Apply on or before 11pm on Sunday, March 15th, 2026</p> <p>Department Name</p> <p>Electric & Gas Utility</p> <p>Job Specifications</p> <p>Join our team and play a key role in keeping the City's electric system safe, reliable, and built to the highest standards. In this hands-on role, you'll inspect complex electrical distribution projects, review plans and specifications, coordinate with crews, and work directly with contractors to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). This is your chance to combine fieldwork, technical expertise, and problem-solving to make a real impact on the community.</p> <p>What You'll Do:</p> <ul> <li>Inspect electrical infrastructure including conduit systems, grounding, pad-mounted equipment, and service connections for compliance with plans, specifications, and NESC. </li><li>Review construction plans, drawings, and submittals, and provide field support to ensure projects meet design intent. </li><li>Coordinate with crews for system tie-ins, switching operations, or outages related to contractor work. </li><li>Maintain inspection records, field logs, deficiency lists, and project files documenting safety and quality. </li><li>Communicate with contractors to address deficiencies, schedules, and compliance expectations. </li><li>Assist engineering staff with technical reports, post-project reviews, and contractor evaluations. </li></ul> <p>Employment Status: PART-TIME</p> <p>For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx</p> <p>Minimum Training & Experience</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED; </li><li>Five (5) years of experience in the construction, inspection or maintenance of electric transmission and distribution systems, electrical infrastructure, or related engineering work </li></ul> <p>NOTE: Experience with electric utility underground construction or electrical distribution design is highly desirable.</p> <p>Necessary Special Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Valid Class E State driver's license (or eqivalent); AND </li><li>Ability to obtain required safety or inspection certifications as deemed necessary by the department </li><li>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. </li></ul> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$21.6689 to $58.7999/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $32.8055/hour.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.</p> <p>If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer:</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference:</p> <p>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. 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.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.</p> <p>Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:</p> <p>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 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.</p> <p>Apply for Job</p> <ul> <li> <p>Careers</p> </li><li> <p>Sign In</p> </li><li> <p>New User</p> </li></ul>