May 30, 2025
Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority
6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota, FL 34243
Tiffany Dodd
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Full-Time
Yes
7:00am - 3:30pm
Current Starting Salary: $49,808 - Salary Range as of October 1, 2025: $57,624 - $86,435
Employee & Dependent Medical Insurance
SMAA offers two Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans - A Low Option PPO Plan and an HSA/HDHP. 100% of employee premium is paid by SMAA and the employee contributes toward the chosen dependent coverage.
Employee & Dependent Dental Insurance
SMAA pays 100% of employee and dependent coverage under Florida Combined Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
Employee & Dependent Life Insurance (100% paid by SMAA – employee is insured for 2x annual salary up to $100,000; spouse is insured for $5,000; dependent is insured for $2,500)
Travel Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Short-Term Disability (100% paid by SMAA)
Sick-Time
Vacation Leave
Retirement Plan (A 401 plan administered by the Principal Financial Group)
Reimbursement for Continuing Education
Floating Holidays
National Holidays
Special Discount Programs (Varies)
Applicants desiring to be considered for this position should apply directly with the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority
by visiting our website @www.flysrq.com or to https://smaa.breezy.hr
SARASOTA MANATEE AIRPORT AUTHORITY
JOB CLASS SPECIFICATION
Job Code: 5028
Grade: 31
JOB TITLE: Electrician
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Electrical/Electronics
DEPARTMENT: Facilities
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, repairs and replaces electrical and electronic equipment in Airport facilities and buildings.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Installs, maintains, tests and repairs security access control system, terminal public address system, fiber optic cables and electrical equipment.
Installation of terminal FIDS monitors, authority owned phones and associated equipment and cables.
Installation and repair of terminal security cameras, perimeter gate cameras, pin pads and equipment.
Maintains interior and exterior lighting and controls, panels, and power outlets.
Responds to work orders regarding lighting; checks defective lamps, sockets, ballasts and fixtures, and repairs or replace electrical systems.
Coordinates with assigned Foreman and across other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders.
Diagnoses cause(s) of electrical/electronic problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or system repair.
Implements a preventative maintenance schedule of all electrical equipment to ensure top performance and minimize service interruptions.
Must be able to work with all voltages between 0 and 480 as well as single and three phase, AC and DC power systems. Both, in the field and in Authority buildings.
Other Related Responsibilities:
Cross trains with and assists other facilities personnel.
Performs other related duties as required.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Hand Tools, Power Tools, Electronic Test Equipment, Trucks, Radios, Trade and Safety Manuals.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Where "preferred" is indicated, the qualification is not essential.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED.
Three years’ electrical/electronic experience.
Formal electrical or electronics training courses, preferred.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Florida License or must obtain within (30) days of assuming position and a good driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of electrical circuit repair and replacement methods and techniques, preferred.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits, preferred.
Knowledge of electrical safety procedures.
Ability to understand and interpret oral and written communications and instructions.
Ability to perform physical work.
Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, and technical specifications.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and fellow employees.
Physical Requirements:
As an Electrician hands-on work is necessary. Therefore, the Electrician must be physically fit in order to assist staff in performing tasks and operating a variety of specialized equipment. The Electrician is responsible for complying with safety rules, procedures, and regulations.
Mental Requirements:
An Electrician must have the mental capacity to understand and maintain the airport terminal electrical systems and related equipment in a safe and reliable operating condition. The Electrician must be capable of successfully interacting with fellow employees, outside agencies and the general public.
Environmental Requirements:
The Electrician functions in a hands-on capacity, both indoors and outdoors and performs physical labor in all kinds of weather.
Summary Clause:
The duties and responsibilities listed in this job class specification are intended only as illustrations of the various duties to be performed and are not all inclusive. The omission of other specific duties does not exclude them from being performed by the Electrician if the duties are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job class specification does not constitute an employment contract between SMAA and the Electrician and is subject to change at the discretion of the Airport Authority. ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.