Electrician Supervisor

Minnesota Department of Corrections; Minnesota City (MN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Corrections in Faribault seeks a Master Electrician Supervisor to lead electrical operations. This full-time, day-shift role oversees licensed electricians and external contractors, ensuring work meets Minnesota and National Electrical Codes.

Responsibilities include planning and coordinating tasks, reviewing plans with architects and engineers, and acting as Master Electrician of Record while maintaining safety and compliance across the facility.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota Class A Master Electrician License is required.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant electrical codes.
• Strong leadership and communication to coordinate with staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Direct, evaluate, and schedule tasks for licensed electricians and contractors.
• Prepare and monitor construction plans, blueprints, and electrical specifications while collaborating closely with architects and engineers.
• Serve as Master Electrician of Record to troubleshoot system failures, manage preventative maintenance, and enforce OSHA safety regulations.
• Provide training and supervision of outside electrical contractors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Electrical code knowledge

Leadership communication

Team coordination

Education

Minnesota Class A Master Electrician License

Job description

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/31/2026
• Closing Date: 08/20/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Faribault
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $41.81 - $50.25 / hourly; $87,299 - $104,922 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Electrician Supervisor

Job Class: Electrician Supervisor

Agency: Corrections Dept

• Job ID: 95951
• Location: Faribault
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/31/2026
• Closing Date: 08/20/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Faribault
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/7:45 am - 3:45 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $41.81 - $50.25 / hourly; $87,299 - $104,922 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to serve as the Master Electrician for MCF-Faribault (MCF-FRB). This position is a working supervisor that will provide supervision of electrical staff and any other staff performing electrical work. The electrician supervisor plans, prioritizes, coordinates, schedules work, distributes work orders, and provides guidance for general repair, renovation, and installation of all electrical equipment at MCF-FRB. This position also provides training and supervision of skilled outside electrical contractors, and electrical vendors.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Direct, evaluate, and schedule tasks for licensed electricians and contractors to ensure all work meets Minnesota and National Electrical Codes
• Prepare, modify, and monitor facility construction plans, blueprints, and electrical specifications while collaborating closely with architects and engineers
• Serve as the facility's Master Electrician of Record to troubleshoot system failures, manage preventative maintenance, and enforce OSHA safety regulations

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Minnesota Class A Master Electrician License

Applicants meeting the above minimum qualification will be further assessed at the time of interview on the following:

• Advanced knowledge of relevant electrical codes
• Human relation and communication skills to coordinate with staff, trades supervisors, contractors and vendors.
• Outstanding oral and written communication abilities sufficient to share information to a variety of audiences.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to utilize Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook and update/retrieve information from databases.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of supervisory/lead work experience providing direction to skilled trades staff.
• Experience repairing and maintaining frequency drives, soft starts, programmable controllers and similar equipment.
• Experience with Archibus work order management system or similar work order system.

Physical Requirements

The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components may consist of a tuberculosis screening, commercial drivers license (CDL) drug test, and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist may also be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Teresa Moen at [e-mail]

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.