Electrician

Installs, maintains, and operates electrical systems and equipment in accordance with Federal, State and City Codes and Ordinances.

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

Work Location : This position currently works on-site only.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Operation and maintenance of Electrical systems 50V to 15,000V
• Read and accurately red-line electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and test electrical systems and equipment (i.e., generators, motors, UPS’s, control systems, PLC’s, power and lighting systems, etc.)
• Plan, prepare layouts, and perform electrical work to meet facility standards.
• Responsible for maintaining the fiber optic network and structured wiring for all IT, security, and access systems.
• Perform programming and maintenance of motor protection relays, variable frequency drives, power monitors, and similar devices.
• Install interior and exterior wiring.
• Perform all work in accordance with the National Electrical Code, OSHA, and City Electrical Ordinances.

Working Conditions : Exposure to high voltage, all weather elements and environments, confined spaces, and heights above and below ground.

Minimum Qualifications : High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience : One year of experience as a Licensed Electrician including industrial wiring.

Equivalency : An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Licensures / Certifications :

• Minnesota Class 'A' Journeyman Electrician License
• Valid Drivers License

Desired / Preferred Qualifications : Successful completion of a two-year electrical program from an accredited trade school or the Minneapolis Electrical JATC program preferred.

Selection Process : The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience 100.

00. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process.

A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score of 70.

00 on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check : The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title.

Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought.

Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing : All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Union Representation : This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Electricians Local #292 (CEL).

For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit : https : / / www2.minneapolismn.gov / government / departments / hr / labor-agreements / electricians-local-292 /

Eligible List Statement : The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration.

This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection : The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list.

If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge and Skills :

• Knowledge of the standard tools, methods, and practices of the trade.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of the City Ordinance, State Laws, and National Electrical Codes.
• Understanding of network operation and configuration parameters used in the SCADA control system.
• Ability to interpret and work from electrical sketches, layouts, and blueprints.
• Ability to make estimates of time and materials required.

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