Working Title: Electrician Lead

Job Class: Electrician Lead

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/12/2023
• Closing Date: 12/18/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Operations Division / Greater MN HSTS
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes
• Salary Range: $34.57 - $40.23 / hourly; $72,182 - $84,000 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
• Work Area: ESS Electricians - Rochester
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
  
  

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work youll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position is located in Rochester. This position will work in the field and may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position performs, trains, and directs others in performing skilled installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of MnDOT Regional District traffic signals, roadway lighting, IT systems and other electric and electronic devices. Additional duties include providing lead work direction to district traffic operation personnel, maintenance personnel, integrators and other helpers; reviewing, monitoring, and maintaining records of the operational conditions of those electrical and electronic systems; and ensuring that electrical installations associated with MnDOT Electrical Services traffic control devices are in compliance with national and local electrical codes, and with MnDOT construction specifications and standards, and are properly and safely operating.

Frequent in-state travel is required; this includes some in-state overnight travel.

• MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Registration with the Department of Labor & Industry as a Class A Master Electrician.
• Valid Minnesota CDL, Class A or B License without Airbrake Restrictions.
• Two years of current experience working on traffic signals or traffic management devices that demonstrate:
• Leadership skills sufficient to provide leadwork direction that includes prioritizing and assigning job duties, directing, guiding, and reporting on work activities of other staff.
• Ability to use standard electrical tools and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to interpret electrical plans with knowledge of national and local electrical codes.
• Ability to work with electrical systems of various AC and DC voltages.
• Knowledge and application of electrical construction practices and materials.
• Knowledge and application of safety practices, safety standards, and workplace regulations.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Experience with roadway construction practices and materials relating to traffic signals and freeway lighting systems.
  
  

Physical Requirements

A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into a different functional work area will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam for the area they are moving into. The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.

In addition, the incumbent will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. New employees must pass a pre-placement drug test for evidence of use of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines (MDMA, MDA and MDEA) and acetylmorphine (6-AM).

Additional Requirements

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check**

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Drivers License Check, Math and Reading Assessment, Drug and Alcohol Test, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

How To Apply

Select Apply for Job at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to (link removed)

If you have questions about the position, contact Mao Lowe at mao.lowe@state.mn.us or 651-366-3383.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Mao Lowe at mao.lowe@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agencys mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
  
  

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
  
  

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: (link removed)