FMPA Jobs
A career at FMPA means working on a team that helps keep the lights on in communities across Florida. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities for career development, and we thank all those who apply to be a part of our team. We take our time to review each application thoroughly. As a result we are unable to respond to every job applicant. Should your qualifications match our staffing needs, we will contact you directly. FMPA and its members are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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Investment & Energy Trading Specialist
Description
Performs skilled technical and analytical work managing the Agency’s investment portfolios and supporting natural gas energy trading activities. Executes trades, monitors market activity, and produces reports to support investment and energy strategy in accordance with the Agency’s investment policy and risk parameters. Maintains broker and third-party relationships and manages related trading platforms including Bloomberg, ICE, and the Treasury Management System (TMS). This role requires strong analytical capabilities, understanding of fixed income and commodities markets, and familiarity with trade execution and settlement processes. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Treasury Manager.
Position Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of fixed income markets, portfolio management, and energy (natural gas) trading. Understanding of trade execution and risk analysis related to investment and commodities markets. Experience using Bloomberg Terminal, ICE trading platform, and Treasury Management Systems (e.g., FIS Integrity). Ability to analyze portfolio performance, monitor risk metrics, and prepare clear, data-driven reports. Familiarity with Power BI or similar tools for advanced reporting and dashboard creation. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external brokers/counterparties.Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or related field required. Master’s degree, or certifications such as CTP, CFA, or other applicable certificates preferred. Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in investment management, trading, or financial analysis, with exposure to fixed income and/or energy markets.Physical Requirements
This work is sedentary and requires little to no exertion of force; work regularly requires using hands to finger, handle
or feel, frequently requires sitting and speaking or hearing and occasionally requires standing and walking; work has
standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the
spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and
analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities; work is generally in a
moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
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FMPA Member Jobs
FMPA’s members are currently recruiting for the positions listed below. Please note, these positions are located in various Florida cities. To apply, please follow the directions on the individual job posting. Questions about these positions should be directed to the listed employer. FMPA and its members are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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Supervising Engineer- Distribution Operations- City of Tallahassee, FL
Description
This position provides engineering supervision for the Power Delivery team. This engineering supervision includes managing a team of engineer and technicians responsible for the planning, design, and execution of distribution projects. It also includes assisting in the overall planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the City’s Electric Power Delivery Operations facilities. This position includes serving as a technical advisor and reviewer for complex projects.
Position Requirements
Thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and their applications.
Experience with technical project management, including preparing cost estimates, specifications and bid/RFP documents.
Ability to interpret drawings, diagrams and instruction manuals and able to prepare or modify drawings in electronic format.
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LE Training Specialist- Part Time- Lakeland Electric, FL
Description
This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, delivering, and documenting safety and technical training programs for employees within the Electric Department division of Energy Production. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices, particularly in areas such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Electronic Clearance Procedures (ECP), Red Tag, Confined Space, Hot Work, and Risk Management Program (RMP) protocols.
Position Requirements
- Maintains and updates safety and training documentation to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinates with managers, supervisors, and frontline staff to assess training needs and identify areas for improvement.
- Develops and delivers classroom-based, on-the-job training.
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System Operations Manager- New Smyrna Beach Utilities, FL
Description
The Manager of System Operations reports to the Electric Operations Director and provides leadership to establish the strategic direction of the System Operations Division including staffing and budget strategies and operational standards, policies, and procedures, and identifies opportunities for improvement. Manages the 24/7 operations of the electric system, processes, projects, and technology that support the real time operations.
Position Requirements
Schedules personnel and supervises shift operators and other operations personnel, including directing the priorities, people, and resource allocations, as well as conducting fair and honest performance appraisals, identifying, and managing employee development needs, and establishing and maintaining a positive and productive working environment.
Forecasts load for next day, later in the day, upcoming week(s) and determine best/most economical resources of power available to meet those needs in accordance with the purchased power guidance; monitors changing conditions (load, weather, units down) and analyzes their effects on load forecasting.
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Second Class Lineworker- City of Bushnell, Fl
Description
Skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical
distribution lines in accordance with standards of the trade.Position Requirements
1. Performs routine construction, maintenance and repair of the electrical distribution system.
2. Performs work with high voltage lines and under unfavorable weather conditions requiring
skill and care to protect the employee’s life and the lives of others. Live high voltage work
may be performed on a case-by-case basis as authorized by a supervisor.3. Performs work that requires installation and maintenance of municipal, commercial and
residential electric service.
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Manager of Materials Management- KUA, Fl
Description
This is highly responsible technical, supervisory and administrative work directing the activities of Material Management operations. A subject matter expert responsible for planning and directing all aspects of an organization’s materials management policies, objectives, and initiatives.
Position Requirements
Plans, organizes, supervises and participates in the work of ordering, receiving, storing and distributing a large and varied stock of equipment, supplies or parts.
Plans, supervises and evaluates the maintenance of inventory and control records, including a perpetual inventory and periodic physical inventories.
Plans, organizes, and implements inventory operations and procedures; supervises physical inventory count.
Provides proper materials management reconciliations and associated accounting functions to support year-end adjustments to General Ledger.
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Operator Maintainer- Keys Energy Services, Key West, FL
Description
The Operator/ Maintainer provides for the safe, effective operation and maintenance of a simple-cycle combustion turbine and diesel facility, including start up and shut down of plant systems, main combustion turbines, and diesel engines.
Position Requirements
- Operate and monitor all power plant equipment.
- Start/stop and raise/lower loads on diesel and turbine generators.
- Record operational performance of all power plant equipment.
- Check equipment alignment and correct as required.
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Multicraft Operator I- Production- Lakeland Electric, Fl
Description
This is a responsible, skilled journeyman-level work assisting in operating and maintaining large Electric Power Generation Plants. An employee in this classification works under the direction of an Operation Shift Supervisor (OSS) or Lead Multicraft Operator (LMCO) at all LE/Energy Production Generation Plants and is responsible for operating and maintaining large industrial power-generating machinery.
Position Requirements
- Performs regular checks and monitors equipment and system performance.
- Isolates and returns to service equipment such as boilers, turbine generators, compressed air systems, cooling water systems, lube oil systems, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide systems, circulating water systems, natural gas delivery, combustion turbines (gas and diesel), demineralizes, process water treatment systems, fuel burner systems, motors, pumps, heat exchangers, and other associated equipment and chemicals located in a large multi-fuel burning generation station safely.
- Performs routine preventative maintenance of equipment and provides safe electrical and mechanical isolation of the equipment through electrical and mechanical isolation points and procedures.
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Electrical Project Engineer- Keys Energy Services, FL
Description
The Project Engineer is tasked with providing overall project management, contract management, budgeting, control, coordination and execution of assigned projects.
Position Requirements
Manage project engineering from beginning to end. Budget/estimate project costs; develop bid specifications, contractor technical evaluation and award, onsite project management, deliverable review, documentation review- including all drawing reviews, change order coordination, invoice review authorization and project closeout.
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Distributed Control System Technician-Production- Lakeland Electric, Fl
Description
This is highly skilled technical work of a complex and specialized nature responsible for all Power Plant control duties, including but not limited to electrical, electronic, instrument, and distributed control systems. The DCS Controls Technician will be involved in, but not limited to, system and plant tuning, control schemes and related instrumentation, graphic interface and implementation, historical data and reporting, system expansion and upgrades, problem identification and resolution, and plant control and integrity.
Position Requirements
- Promotes Plant Lifecycle Services, start-up, and commissioning of the Plant control systems. Reviews and specifies s, Components, modifications, and performance of each.
- Designs, reviews, and implements control system expansion and upgrades as required.
- Confers with Engineers, management, and other Plant personnel to develop, revise, and implement operating, maintenance, and other quality assurance procedures.
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Instrument and Control Specialist-Production- Lakeland Electric, Fl
Description
his is journey-level technical work in maintaining instrumentation and control equipment and systems in a multi-fueled electrical power generating plant. An employee in this position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, modifying, or assisting in engineering functions of a high level of difficulty concerning digital and analog equipment, pneumatic, auxiliary equipment, microprocessors and programmable equipment, and other related instrumentation systems and devices. Task assignments require technical competence to perform actual work unsupervised with minimal follow-up requirements.
Position Requirements
- Performs repairs, modifications, calibrations, and preventive maintenance on pneumatic, digital, analog, programmable, and other auxiliary equipment.
- Performs repairs on control systems for turbine generator, burner management, coal handling, municipal solid waste, scrubbers, waste water process, precipitator, ash handling, EPA monitor/controls, fuel unloading, chemical controls, metals removal, sample systems, waste byproduct process, and associated equipment.
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Lead Electric Utility Locator- City of Winter Park, Fl
Description
The Lead Electric Utility Locator performs skilled and technical work in locating utility lines and in inspecting existing and new construction utility line connections. This work is performed under general supervision – the incumbent normally receives little instruction on routine work and general instruction on new projects and assignments; work is reviewed periodically with primary feedback given with final results and is reviewed through observation, discussion, accuracy of results, and adherence to established procedures.
Position Requirements
Prints, prioritizes, and assigns Sunshine 811 locate tickets to Electric Utility Locators.
Serves as primary contact for Sunshine 811 locate ticket customers.
Performs work in and around energized electrical equipment.
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Director of Electric & Gas- Ft. Pierce Utilities Authority, Fl
Description
This experienced and results-driven professional will be responsible for leading the day to day operations of the electric and gas utility systems of Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA). As a critical member of the leadership and operations team, this position is responsible for overall management, engineering and planning for the ongoing reliable, efficient and cost-effective operations of the electric and gas utilities and assisting the Director of Utilities (DOU) with power supply, purchase of power and gas for resale. This position reports to the Director of Utilities (DOU).
Position Requirements
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree accredited by Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology in electrical, mechanical, civil or related engineering discipline.
Direct activities of the two systems for the planning and implementation of long-term expansion and redevelopment programs.
Plan, organize, and direct the functions and operations of FPUA Electric & Gas Engineering, Electric Transmission & Distribution, System Operations and Gas Operations Departments.
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Safety Officer- FPUA, Fort Pierce, Fla
Description
Responsible for planning and coordinating the safety, workers’ compensation and loss control activities of Fort Pierce Utilities Authority’s (FPUA) employees, customers and contractors. Conducts ongoing review of operations and processes to identify potential hazards, risks and control measures that should be implemented to reduce risks, including the costs involved in implementing such measures. Investigates workplace incidents, accidents and injuries, monitors and records work injury claims. Reports to the Human Resources & Risk Manager.
Position Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a bachelor’s degree in general studies, business or related field, or an Associate degree in Occupational or Public Safety, Management or Business, with three (3) years of experience working in the safety field in a municipal, construction or emergency management field. Must have successfully completed the OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (#511) or Construction (#510) program or have the ability to complete the program within one (1) year from date of hire.
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Facility Maintenance Specialist (Public Works)- City of Winter Park, Fla
Description
The Facilities Maintenance Specialist I performs a variety of maintenance, service, and repair tasks that may involve buildings, facilities, mechanical equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, or other trades at various City facilities and locations. This work is performed under close supervision – the incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions; work is checked frequently and is reviewed through observation, completion of work orders, and review of results achieved.
Position Requirements
The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Inspect buildings and other structures to determine functional systems and detect malfunctions and needed repairs making notes and recommendations.
Perform minor electrical and plumbing maintenance including replacement or repair of fixtures using appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools.
General knowledge of departmental and municipal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
General knowledge of occupational hazards, safety rules, and practices of the work.
Ability to perform a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks.
Ability to use a variety of hand, power, and small engine tools.
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Journeyman Lineman – Utilities Department – Homestad, Fla.
Description
Skilled technical work involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of power, and lighting systems. A Journeyman Lineman works with overhead and/or underground electrical systems; work activities include such duties as the installation of wires and parts, connecting transformer banks, and the on-the-job instruction of Apprentices.
Work requires natural judgment and is performed either independently or with a crew in accordance with accepted practices and procedures. Work performance is evaluated by observation of results obtained and by occasional review by the supervisor.
Position Requirements
- Regularly and consistently responds to emergencies as needed; responds to customer complaints and/or requests; makes load checks, connects transformer banks, installs poles, wires, and all other electrical distribution infrastructure-related equipment.
- Works overhead or below ground with electrical wires and equipment, performs construction, maintenance, and repair activities associated with municipal electrical system.
- Opens and closes switches if required to facilitate work performance.
- Opens and closes switches if required for emergency repairs.
- Maintains electrical facilities in sports fields and other municipal facilities and structures.
- Climbs poles, splices wire, and installs power poles.
- May act as supervisor of the work crew during the foreman’s absence.
- Assists in training of lineman helpers and apprentice lineman.
- Remove and install electric meters as required.
- May perform electrical work for special events as community projects.
- Safeguards assigned equipment.
- Assists with other electric utility assignments, as needed, based on required qualifications.
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Substation Electrician- Keys Energy Services- Key West, Fla
Description
The Substation Electrician provides quality craftsmanship on projects as part of a team whose goal is to successfully execute the initiatives of Keys Energy Services (KEYS) of completing projects safely, on-time and within specifications for quality delivery. The Substation Electrician is responsible for substation maintenance and testing, SCADA/RTU, reclosers, padmount switches, regulators, protective relays, communication equipment, house wiring of control buildings KEYS facilities, and electrical trouble shooting.
Position Requirements
Perform switching and tagging on equipment of all voltages as directed by the power system coordinator or supervisor in accordance with KEYS’ established practices and NESC.
Read, review, and identify any issues that need to be addressed prior to following switching orders in accordance with KEYS switching procedures.
Inspect, maintain, repair and test UPS systems, station battery banks, remote terminal units (RTU’s), Protective Relays, Control Systems, and associated equipment.
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Engineer I, II, III, or IV- Compliance (O&P)- Lakeland Electric, Fla
Description
Coordinate internal program to comply with North American Electric Reliability Corp’s (NERC) Operations and Planning (O&P) standards. Works independently under the general direction of the Manager of Compliance.
Position Requirements
Duties will include:
- Perform internal compliance audits of O&P standards.
- Develop compliance programs when NERC implements new standards.
- Represent Lakeland Electric when interacting with industry peers and regulators
- Oversee on-site audits by Compliance Enforcement Authorities
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university.
- 2 or more years’ experience with NERC O&P compliance standards.
- 3 or more years’ experience working in Electric Utility Operations and Planning.
- Project management experience pertaining to process improvement, program development, and integration of new applications with processes.
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Power Plant Supervisor- City of Homestead, Fla
Description
Highly responsible for technical and administrative work involving the planning and coordinating of environmental permitting, maintenance, installation, operation, and construction of an electric generating power plant.
Supervises and directs the day-to-day maintenance and operations function of the power plant. Responsibilities also include providing guidance and oversight for other capital projects associated with the Power Plant.
Work in this position includes preparation of written reports, environmental permits, and associated reports, documentation, and recommendations for activities associated with new plant project activities. It also includes the presentation of information related to power plant activities to higher management in the City and local citizens when appropriate.
Position Requirements
Directs the day-to-day operations of the personnel assigned to operate the various generating units, including scheduling for adequate manpower coverage and required outages.
Provides training and instruction in operation and repair procedures and techniques.
Diagnoses mechanical and operational problems of generation equipment and initiates corrective action.
Responsible for routine inspection and maintenance of mechanical and electrical generation equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Effectively coordinates work with other divisions within the electric utility and other City departments as required.
Ensure that proper personnel are informed and utilized during emergencies and breakdowns.
Must use judgment as to the necessity of calling in off-duty personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively with higher levels of management and with the public.
Ability to administer all logistics and coordination necessary for the management of large capital projects.
Ability to read and interpret engineering construction and equipment drawings, electrical and control plans, and specifications.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, and keep complex and accurate records.
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Substation/Distribution Engineer- City of Homestead, Fla
Description
Responsible for performing electric system distribution and substation analysis, protection, and coordination studies. Provide technical assistance to the line operations assisting with the emergency restoration of service. Analyze problems, perform investigations, determine solutions, and prepare and/or direct other engineering staff in preparation of engineering drawings, plans, maps, and details related to the various Divisions of the Electric Utility Department.
Work involves considerable independence to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria under the general direction of the Distribution Supervisor.
Position Requirements
- Performs Distribution and Substation load flow analysis, Planning, Feeder Coordination studies, fault current, and reliability analysis.
- Analyzes and troubleshoots Protection and Coordination settings on the Substation Relays, and Distribution Automation devices (S&C) in conjunction with NERC PRC Standards.
- Coordinates with other personnel to compile and maintain accurate utility maps, maintenance reports, and other information regarding the utility system. Ensures computer-generated maps of the utility system and associated database information are kept current.
- Responsible for maintenance/enhancement of the GIS Distribution system. Must be familiar with NESC, NEC, and general overhead and underground Distribution Construction Standards.
- Design and plan for distribution and as needed, substation systems, and prepare technical and administrative reports, perform load flow analysis using engineering software.
- Able to prepare and conduct high-voltage switching orders, and must be familiar with tagging procedures.
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Troubleman- Utilities Department- City of Homestead, Fla
Description
Skilled technical work involved in the repair and replacement of power, lighting, and signal systems. A Troubleman is responsible for locating the source of electric powerline disturbances or failures and replacing or repairing defective equipment and accessories.
An employee in this classification exercises independent judgment and decision-making within safety standards of powerline work. Work performance is evaluated by observation of results obtained.
Position Requirements
- Responds to requests for emergency service; locates the source of problem and repairs and/or replaces transmission and distribution powerlines and equipment, including meters.
- Tests powerlines and auxiliary equipment to identify defective voltage regulations, transformers, etc., causing disturbance.
- Climbs pole and towers to repair or replace overhead equipment.
- Opens switches to de-energize disturbed or fallen lines to facilitate repairs or to remove electrical hazards.
- Makes a determination as to when additional crew personnel will be required to complete repair work to restore power and advises dispatch of the need.
- Assists crew personnel with repair work as workload volume permits.
- Troubleshoots, installs, and repairs street light circuitry.
- May locate and correct electrical trouble in certain building circuits.
- May perform cut-off and cut-on functions of services as required.
- Will be required to set and remove electric meters as necessary.
- May direct work assignments of subordinate personnel in the repair and replacement of equipment.
- Uses equipment and tools with precaution and within prescribed safety standards.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.
Type of Appointment/Work hours:
- Full-time/Regular in-person position.
- Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day or four (4) days of ten (10) hours per day. The work day may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.
- Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.
Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions:
The physical and environmental demands for this position have been listed on the last page of this description. Physical and environmental demands must be met to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.
Requirements:
- Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency.
- Must be a Lineman with one (1) year of experience minimum.
- Will be required to work occasional overtime assignments or shifts.
- Will be required to respond to call-outs.
- Must be able to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Must be able to meet all physical requirements of the job.
- This position is designated as an Essential position which means the employee will be required to work extended, rotating, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to a severe weather event or conditions.
- Must possess a valid state of Florida Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Must pass a background screening process.
Core Competencies:
- Judgment – Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.
- Quality of Work – Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.
- Reliability – Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.
- Safety – Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.
- Technical Capability – Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance:
- The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace policy.
- The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.
All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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