Traction Power Maintainer - (Journeyman Electrical License)

Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

The Metropolitan Council in Minneapolis is seeking a Traction Power Maintainer to support Metro Transit Rail Systems Maintenance. You will maintain overhead catenary systems, substations, and power distribution for MOW facilities, ensuring safety and reliability for riders.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, repairs, operation of heavy equipment, welding, and documentation. The role offers a shift-based schedule with seniority-based shift picks and a six-month eligibility list for vacancies.

Qualifications

• Minnesota Class A journeyman/master electrical license or journeyman lineman with licensure, or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Class A CDL within probation period.
• Ability to pass physical examinations and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, maintains and provides diagnostic analysis for traction power systems and related equipment.
• Responds to service calls, energizes/de-energizes systems and applies grounding.
• Operates heavy trucks, tow trailers and crane equipment to move heavy components.
• Welds cable to rail bonding and trains apprentices.
• Completes incident reports, maintenance records and daily logs.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Safety procedures

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED + 3 years experience

Associate degree + 1 year related work experience

Job description

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Traction Power Maintainer position, located in the Metro Transit Rail Systems Maintenance department, maintains overhead catenary systems and their individual components to the highest applicable standards; maintains traction power systems including substations and provide a safe and reliable service to the riding public; and maintains power distribution equipment for Maintenance of Way (MOW) building, tunnel and passenger stations.

Hiring bonus of $4,000

You’ll receive $2,000 after 30 days of employment and another $2,000 after the successful completion of probation.

Hire: $53.26 hourly

After year one: $56.22 (based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)

After year two: $59.18 (Subject to contract change, based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)

Work Schedule: All hires are subject to seniority roster for shift pick. New hires may work on any shift depending upon the pick.

*Shift differential of five percent (5%) for all hours worked in a shift scheduled to end between 8:00 PM and 11:59 PM, and seven percent (7%) for all hours worked in a shift scheduled to end between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM and/or scheduled to start between the hours of 10:00 PM and 3:00 AM

*This recruitment will establish a six (6) month Eligibility List for current and future vacancies.

What you would do in this job:

• Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs and provides diagnostic analysis for all components of the electric traction power systems and all LRT facilities, power distribution systems, and track switch heaters, including but not limited to substations, negative power cable(s) return to substations, catenary systems and related equipment.
• Responds to service calls to diagnose and correct emergencies involving the electric traction systems. Installs, inspects, maintains and provides diagnostic analysis for electrical support systems at all LRT facilities, energizes and de-energizes traction power systems, and applies grounding systems for a safe work area.
• Operates truck equipment as required to accommodate maintenance activities.
• Works on both overhead and underground equipment operating both on the road and on rail vehicles and equipment associated with the maintenance and repair of the electrical traction power system.
• Communicates via two-way radio and/or telephone to Rail Control Center to coordinate maintenance requirements.
• Completes various paperwork to include incident reports, maintenance and inspection records, and daily logs.
• Operates heavy-duty trucks and tow trailers to move heavy equipment such as spools of wire and use truck-mounted cranes to lift heavy equipment, materials and complete repairs to the systems.
• Performs chemical type welding functions to include cable to rail bonding.
• Trains and directs work of apprentice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Any of the following combinations of experience (as a fully qualified journeyman or master electrician, or a journeyman lineman with proof of licensure, performing maintenance of high voltage systems) and completed education (in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Repair and Installations):

• High school diploma/GED with three (3) years of experience.
• Associate degree and one (1) year of related work experience.

Licensure Requirements:

• Minnesota Class A Journeyman Electrical License, Class A Master's License, or Class A Journeyman Lineman's License.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's Permit preferably by the first day of hire or within thirty (30) working days of hire.
• A Class A Commercial Driver's License (with combination vehicle, general knowledge, and air brake. OR, the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (with combination vehicle, general knowledge, and air brake) within the six-month probation or evaluation period. (You can attempt to obtain your CDL at your own cost and on your own time, or Metro Transit will provide the training. Metro Transit will set up your road test with the DMV. You will have two attempts to obtain your CDL through Metro Transit. If you do not possess your Class A CDL by the end of your probation or evaluation period (six months), your employment will be terminated. For current ATU members, you would return to your former position.)
• Ability to pass physical examinations, Rail Operations Rule Book and physical agility examinations.