Electrician

St. Olaf College; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match 9%

Health Savings Accounts contributions

Tuition discount up to 90%

Generous paid time off

Job summary

St. Olaf College is seeking an Electrician to join the Facilities team on campus in Northfield, MN. The role involves maintaining and installing electrical systems from 120V to 13,800V, servicing HVAC BAS controls, and supporting campus operations with safety and reliability at the forefront.

The position is 1.0 FTE, Monday–Friday 7:00 am–4:00 pm with occasional evenings or weekends. On-campus location, competitive hourly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Minnesota Class A Journeyworker Electrician license (or Master Electrician).
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• 1+ years experience at Journeyworker/Master Electrician level.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interact effectively within a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and install wiring at 120–240V and 277–480V levels, including remodeling wiring and lighting upgrades.
• Repair and replace light ballasts, lamps, and fixtures; upgrade to energy-efficient lighting.
• Maintain outdoor building, walkway, and street lighting.
• Diagnose, repair, and install control circuits for HVAC, BAS, fire alarm systems, and food service equipment.
• Assist in high-voltage work up to 13,800V and scheduled shutdowns.
• Support campus event setup and other departmental tasks.

Skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minnesota Class A Journeyworker Electrician license

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

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.

Join Our Community - Work at St. Olaf!

Founded in 1874, St. Olaf College is a residential, coeducational liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students and 800 faculty and staff. The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, historic river town of 20,000 located 45 minutes south of culturally rich and diverse Minneapolis and St. Paul.

The college offers an academically rigorous, nationally ranked liberal arts education that fosters the development of the whole person in mind, body, and spirit and emphasizes learning in an inclusive and globally engaged community. We encourage applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and the enrichment of our diverse community.

The college offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% retirement match, contributions to eligible employees' health savings accounts, a significant tuition discount (up to a 90% reduction) at ACM, GLCA, and ELCA colleges and universities for employees' children, and generous paid time off. For a full review of the college's benefits, please see the summary of our benefits here: https://wp.stolaf.edu/hr/benefits/

To provide a safe and secure educational environment, St. Olaf College verifies the accuracy of all credentials presented by applicants and conducts a criminal background check on every new hire.

A summary of the Flexible Work Policy for staff: https://wp.stolaf.edu/hr/flexible-work-policy/

A link to our Community and Belonging page: https://wp.stolaf.edu/equity-inclusion/

A virtual campus tour: https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/play/?p=483

An overview of Northfield: https://wp.stolaf.edu/admissions/visit/northfield/

An overview of the Twin Cities: https://wp.stolaf.edu/admissions/visit/twincities/

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Nondiscrimination Policy

St. Olaf College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance. St. Olaf College prohibits discrimination and harassment based upon these and any other legally protected status in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admissions and employment.

Inquiries about this nondiscrimination policy may be referred to St. Olaf College's Director of Equal Opportunity, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. St. Olaf's Director of Equal Opportunity (who serves as the College's Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504 Coordinator) is Pamela McDowell, Tomson Hall, [e-mail] , [phone].