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Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application? 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.

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Salary: $15.68 - $19.05 Hourly Location : Utility Services, Boca Raton, FL Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 04593-02 Department: Utility Services Division: Electrical 42/09301 Opening Date: 05/22/2026 Closing Date: 5/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: U APPLICATION PROCESS: Introduction The City of Boca Raton has established a paidVocational Apprenticeship Program (Apprenticeship Program). The Apprenticeship Program provides practical on-the-job work experience to individuals who have an interest in learning a trade that will prepare them with skills needed to build a career. The Apprenticeship Program also provides the Cityof Boca Raton a potential pool of applicants for future permanent employment recruitment. Program Overview This Apprenticeship Program offers challenging and meaningful tasks for the Apprentice in their field of choice. To apply, the candidate must be legally eligible to work in the United States, be either a high school graduate or have achieved the equivalent of a high school diploma or some technical vocational education/training and be at least 18 years of age. Apprenticeships are offered on an ongoing basis depending upon the needs of participating Departments. All Apprentices receive compensation for hours worked. Compensation is in the form of an hourly wage. All Apprenticeships are part-time. Apprentices are designated as unclassified employees and are ineligible for any benefits or additional compensation of any type (including but not limited to a bonus, stipend, etc.). Apprentices are assigned a Department Coordinator who directs, supervises and evaluates their work performance and conduct . Apprentice Requirements & Responsibilities<ul><li>Legally eligible to work in the United States; </li><li>HS Diploma or equivalent or some technical vocational education/training; </li><li>At least 18 years of age; </li><li>Must complete an online application form; </li><li>Must complete required testing, if applicable; </li><li>Must pass a background check; </li><li>Must have fulfilled any pre-requisite OSHA or other mandated training, if applicable; </li><li>Be available for an in-person interview (over-the-phone interviews may be arranged); </li><li>Work part-time, but no more than 25 hours per week (or an average of 25 hours per week over a one year period of time); </li><li>Shall attend a mandatory orientation session and required training sessions; </li><li>Shall adhere to all City and Department policies; </li><li>Shall follow Department directives and complete assignments timely and at least in a satisfactory manner; and, </li><li>Shall take part in Goal Setting, Performance Evaluation(s) sessions and an Exit Interview with Human Resources; </li></ul>How to Apply<ul><li>Select an available Department Apprenticeship for which you would like to apply. </li><li>Click on the link below to access the Department Apprenticeship Description. </li><li>Carefully read the Department Apprenticeship Description requirements. </li><li>To Apply: Click on the "View Job Posting" link in the top right corner of this position description. Next click the position title you are interested in, and then click on the "Apply" link at the top right corner of the posting. This process will take you to the Online Employment Application. </li></ul>Essential Functions 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: <ul><li>Graduation from High School or attending an accredited Technical Vocational School or Community College will supplement this requirement. </li><li> Available to work Monday thru Friday between 7.00am to 4.30pm. </li><li>A desire to pursue a career in municipal government </li></ul>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: <ul><li>Ability to lift, carry or push 50 pounds. </li><li>Possession of valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period. </li><li>Have some basic knowledge and training in any of the following areas: Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Welding, Machining, Carpentry, Construction, Instrumentation, Computer Repair & Programming. </li><li>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. </li><li>Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, noise and etc. </li><li>Must be able to wear and our use appropriate personal protection equipment. </li></ul>IV. Program Term Requires a minimum commitment of six (6) months, preferably one (1) year. V. Available Positions<ol><li>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. </li></ol>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: <ol><li>Wear proper attire while working in accordance with the City of Boca Raton's personnel rules and regulations policy. </li><li>Required to follow all safety rules and regulations and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required. </li><li>Conduct him/herself in a professional manner </li><li>Clock in and out each day and manage schedule with assigned Departmental Apprenticeship Coordinator. </li></ol> PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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: <ul><li>Criminal Background Check </li><li>Employment Verification </li><li>Reference Checks </li><li>Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check </li><li>Workers' Compensation </li><li>Educational Verification </li><li>Physical </li><li>Drug and Alcohol Screen </li></ul> The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY Part-Time Employees ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year PAID LEAVE: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited. These hours may not accumulate and may only be granted with the approval of the employee's supervisor. This paid leave has no cash value at separation of employment. MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 02 What is the highest level of education you have completed?NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration. <ul><li>Less than High School</li><li>High School Diploma or GED</li><li>Trade or Vocational School</li><li>Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses</li><li>Bachelors Degree</li><li>Masters Degree</li></ul> 03 Have you attached proof (diploma or degree or unofficial transcripts) of highest education completed with your application?Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration. <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 04 Do you possess a certificate of completion of vocational/technical certification in Plant Electrical work, or have you finished a recognized apprenticeship program? <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 05 Do you have basic knowledge and training in any of the following areas: Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Welding, Machining, Carpentry, Construction, Instrumentation, Computer Repair & Programming? <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 06 Please briefly describe any experience you have in in any of the following areas: Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Welding, Machining, Carpentry, Construction, Instrumentation, Computer Repair & Programming.This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history. NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N/A" 07 Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age? <ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul> 08 Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license - or are you able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire? <ul><li>Yes, I have a valid Florida driver's license</li><li>No, I do not have a Florida driver's license but can obtain within thirty (30) days of hire</li><li>No, I do not have a Florida driver's license and cannot obtain within thirty (30) days of hire</li></ul> 09 Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application? <ul><li>I have used tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.</li><li>I have not used tobacco products or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.</li></ul> Required Question

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