Electrician

Position Title: Electrician
Department: Facilities
Classification: Non-Exempt                           
FTE: 1.0

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm; occasional weekend or evening hours required; occasional on-call responsibilities. 
Work Location: On Campus
Hourly Rate: $40.57-$45.14

Essential Job Duties:

• Low & Medium Voltage Systems (120V - 480V):

  • Maintain and install electrical wiring at 120–240V and 277–480V levels.
  • Install new branch circuit wiring and connect electrical wiring in remodeling applications.
  • Repair and replace light ballasts, lamps, and fixtures; upgrade to energy-efficient lighting.
  • Maintain outdoor building, walkway, and street lighting.
  • Connect or disconnect wiring and assist in electric motor installation, repair, or
  • replacement.

   

• Controls & Equipment Maintenance:

  • Diagnose, repair, maintain, and install control circuits for HVAC systems, building automation systems (BAS), fire alarm systems, and food service equipment.
  • Repair or replace motor starters and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) as needed.
  • Maintain control circuits across various process and mechanical equipment.

   

• High-Voltage Systems & Distribution (up to 13,800V):

  • Perform visual inspections and routine maintenance of high-voltage (up to 13,800V) switchgear in compliance with NFPA 70E safety standards.
  • Maintain and clean transformer vaults and complete monthly high-voltage transformer inspections.
  • Assist in occasional planned shutdowns of 13,800-volt switchgear for repairs, cleaning, testing, and inspections.

   

• General & Institutional Support:
  • Perform other departmental and campus support tasks, including assisting with campus event setup.
  • Perform periodic metal fabrication and welding.
  • Support, respect, and commit to embracing diverse backgrounds, values, and points of view to build a strong and inclusive community.
  • Complete and meet deadlines for required training and the annual performance management cycle.
  • Demonstrate basic skills in using standard office equipment and computer applications (including email, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software) or willingness to learn.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• Reports to the Director of Utilities and Energy Management. 
• This position does not supervise staff or students.
   

Required Qualifications:

• Education: 
  • High School Diploma or equivalent 
  • Current Minnesota Class A Journeyworker Electrician license (or Master Electrician license)
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license and meet St. Olaf College driver authorization criteria with a satisfactory driving record
• Experience:
  • 1+ years of experience at a Journeyworker or Master Electrician level.
  • Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to interact effectively within a diverse community.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and utility tunnels.
  • Demonstrated skill in the use of standard tools, equipment, and testing instruments of the electrical trade.
     

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Completion of an accredited Trade School or formal Electrical Apprenticeship program.
• Experience: 
  • 3+ years of experience at the Journeyworker or Master Electrician level.
  • Knowledge of heating, cooling, and building automation systems (BAS).
  • Knowledge of utility locate equipment and underground wiring tracing.
  • Knowledge of commercial fire alarm system operation, testing, and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70E standards for electrical safety in the workplace.
     

Prerequisites:

Employment in this position is conditioned upon successful completion of a background check which may include criminal background checks, reference checks, verification of work history, verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, a motor vehicle check, verification of DOT certification, a credit check, employment eligibility verification, and/or a pre-employment physical. Whether a background check is deemed successfully completed will be at the sole discretion of St. Olaf College.  Please note, St. Olaf College reserves the right to conduct periodic background checks at its sole discretion.
 

Disclaimer:

• This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
• Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the hire is complete. We accept only online applications.