What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at City of Edina?
Job Summary:
The Facilities Electrician is responsible for Electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for commercial/industrial, and municipal applications.
Scope of Impact:
The duties and responsibilities of this job are performed with latitude for independent judgment in accordance with department and City policies, Federal, State, and local regulations and are based on detailed knowledge of department operations. Work is subject to periodic review by the supervisor, who provides input on and approval of recommendations, and discusses assignments, priorities, and work. The Facilities Electrician oversees maintenance and repairs of City owned facilities, utilities, streetlights, and traffic signals.
The posted wage reflects the 2027 pay rate.This is a represented position within the bargaining unit covered by the agreement between the City of Edina and IBEW Local 292.
Anticipated Hiring Timeline:
First-Round Interviews: November 16, 2026
Final Interviews: December 1, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: January 2027
- Performs electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for commercial/industrial, and municipal applications:
- City facilities – power, lighting, and HVAC equipment
- Building automation systems
- Variable frequency drives
- Load bank conditioning and monthly testing of back-up power systems
- Traffic signal systems and rectangular rapid flashing beacons
- Street lighting systems
- Supports underground locates for City owned electrical systems
- Water and sanitary sewer utilities
- Directs the review and diagnosis of operational problems or complaints and repairs or direct the repairs as required
- Solicit bids and makes or recommends purchase of equipment, materials, and supplies
- Maintains inventory of equipment, supplies, and materials
- Operates department vehicles and equipment, including aerial lifts and bucket trucks
- May train and provide work direction to electrical apprentices
- Provides information to and answers questions from other departments, community groups, vendors, and contractors, and the public via telephone, email, mail, or in-person
- Prepares reports and documents
- Performs data entry
- Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
- Represents the City to the community, vendors, other Departments, other governmental municipalities, and agencies and the public
- Communicates with others relating to work assignments and progress of work or to convey information about conditions or work-related needs
- Maintains professional competence, keeps current with industry trends and technology
- Attends training, conferences and meetings and reviews relevant literature
- Performs other duties and activities as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
All new applicants must be graduates of a State of Minnesota approved apprenticeship program and possess a Minnesota Class A Journeyworker or Master License. Minimum of 5 years of licensed experience working in the electrical field as a commercial/industrial service electrician. A valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility is also required.
Desired Qualifications:
Two-year degree in Electrical Construction and Maintenance (or equivalent). NFPA70E training (current within the last 3 years). Underground utilities locating experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Successful Job Performance:
- Knowledge of techniques, processes, and procedures of electrical construction
- Knowledge of traffic signals and rectangular rapid flash beacon (RRFB) systems
- Knowledge of governmental practices and policies
- The ability to perform work requiring a high degree of concentration and judgment in interpreting practices and procedures to solve problems
- The ability to work independently and to prioritize work requests
- Ability to lead and motivate employees
- Knowledge of and ability to use City computer systems and programs
- Knowledge of and ability to operate standard office software sufficient to manipulate data, draft reports and maintain records
- Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively present information and respond to questions from a wide variety of audiences, and reading comprehension skills sufficient to read, understand and interpret complex and varied work-related materials
- Demonstrates the desired standard of conduct and work performance including confidentiality and privacy requirements of the department
- Interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange and/or convey information, receive work direction, and maintain effective working relationships
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Physical effort is light for most of the work, with lifting or carrying limited to 30 pounds intermittently. Approximately 50% of work is performed outside, where the employee is required to lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis, may bend, lift or crawl, climb ladders, in normal or inclement weather conditions, may be exposed to toxic chemicals, and wears personal protective clothing and equipment. Report preparation and writing at times requires extended use of a keyboard. Work interruptions are frequent.
Position contingent upon background check, medical exams and drug testing.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. The employee may work overnight, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this job at any time.
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