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Maintenance Electrician

Employer
Western Lake Superior Sanitary District
Location
Duluth, MN
Salary
$26-$28/ hr

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Industry
Skilled and Trades
Role
Electrician
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Maintenance Electrician ($26.24 - $28.70/hourly)

 

The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD), in Duluth, MN, a nationally recognized leader in environmental protection and pollution prevention, seeks qualified full-time Maintenance Electrician.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Must be a qualified journeyman electrician with four years’ experience or such combination of education and experience as may be accepted as equivalent. Must possess a vial driver’s license.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of the various types of electrical instruments, equipment and appliances and the standards, practices, materials, and processes of the electrical trade
  • Knowledge of the installation, operation and maintenance of electrical equipment, apparatus and instruments
  • Knowledge of and ability to repair electronic circuits; knowledge of the law, rules and standards relative to electrical construction, installation and safety
  • Ability to solder and braze, to work from drawings and specifications, to make operating repairs to electrical machinery and equipment, to supervise and train helpers, and to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and capable of lifting and performing manual labor and of erecting scaffolding and ladders in a safe manner
  • Knowledge and ability to implement safe work practices and procedures including: 70e requirements, Arc Flash implementation, Lock out/Tag out, Confined Space Entry and Energy Control Procedures
  • Ability to operate, and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems
  • Knowledge and ability to respond to emergency conditions and develop appropriate course of action
  • Ability to read plans, electrical prints and specifications
  • Knowledge of and ability to operate standard hand tools
  • Ability to operate a variety of electrical test equipment, generators, overhead and mobile cranes, forklifts, and aerial lift platforms
  • Knowledge and ability to use, implement and maintain an Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system as defined by the District
  • Knowledge and ability to use computerized systems for plant operations, historical data tracking maintenance management systems, and spreadsheet and word processing software
  • Ability to plan, schedule and direct the work of staff and coordinates their work with other departments
  • Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the public
  • Ability to physically wear an air purifying respirator

 

 

JOB FUNCTIONS

 

  • Bends, shapes and installs conduits including elector/metallic tubing, plastic mold and wire mold.
  • Installs transformers, control boards, electronic circuits, coil circuit breakers, voltage regulators, switches, fuses and related electrical equipment and facilities in electrical generating and distributing stations, water pumps and buildings.
  • Performs additions, extensions or alterations in electrical installations of power, light, heat and appliances in buildings and on grounds.
  • Troubleshoots, repairs and tests a variety of electrical circuits, machinery, transformers, meters, motors and recording instruments.
  • Installs and connects motors, lights, controllers, voltage regulators and racks; inspects and cleans electrical equipment and motors and replaces brushes and necessary parts.
  • Utilizes electrical connectors and couplings and solders connections.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to be mobile over a wide variety of structures and surfaces including ladders and ramps.
  • Capable of walking, reaching, bending and the ability to stand, kneel, stoop and crouch for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds, and occasionally carry up to 75 pounds.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces.
  • Be medically approved to wear an air purifying respirator

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to wastewater, fumes, gases or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee works near moving mechanical parts and will be exposed to the risk of electrical shock, and vibration. This work involves loud noise, indoor and outdoor conditions, including all weather conditions.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please complete an application found at www.wlssd.com and return to WLSSD, Attn: Melissa Williams, Director of Human Resources, 2626 Courtland Street, Duluth, MN 55806, by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Applicants who claim Veteran’s Preference must provide a DD214 at the time of application.

 

Company

Our employees are committed to public health, a clean and healthy environment, excellence in their work and working in a team-oriented structure. Our dedicated staff uses leading technology to provide wastewater services to about 110,000 people every day. As the area’s solid waste authority, we are responsible for encouraging waste reduction, recycling, and appropriate disposal of waste within our boundaries.

We offer a competitive salary and benefit programs, training and tuition reimbursement.

Company info
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Location
2626 Courtland Street
Duluth
MN
55806
US

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