The Power Plant Department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) benefit eligible position of Class A Master Electrician. Under supervision of the Power Plant Director, the Master Electrician operates, maintains, and troubleshoots campus wide power systems and building electrical systems. The Master Electrician is required to perform work on power distribution systems, building electrical, and low voltage systems.
This position is represented by Operating Engineers Local 49.
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pull electrical permits for all work performed by licensed CSB staff and serves as the primary point of contact for inspectors throughout the permitting and inspection process.
Serve as a key steward of campus electrical safety by identifying hazards, applying best-practice safety procedures, and ensuring all electrical systems operate in compliance with NEC and NFPA standards.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair, building electrical equipment and fixtures consistent with manufacturer's guidelines, design parameters, and accepted practices.
Install interior and exterior electrical fixtures including but not limited to services, conduit, panels, motor starters, control panels, and other equipment and fixtures as required.
Troubleshoot and repair all types of electrical, communication, life and fire safety systems.
Maintain, make operational repairs, and perform preventative maintenance tasks for residential and commercial-type electrical equipment and fixtures.
Operate and keep in good working order a variety of equipment including hand and power tools, mobile electronic devices, measuring/diagnostic/testing meters, and instruments.
Read and interpret complex blueprints, schedules, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Coordinate repairs with other trades, offices and departments affected by electrical operations.
Prepare and provide specifications, cost estimates, and bills of materials for electrical equipment installations and repairs.
Track work order resources and status using computerized maintenance management system.
Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical devices and systems.
Complete, or assist with, locate requests of campus and monastery utilities.
Recommend long-term electrical maintenance strategies and capital replacement needs by assessing system performance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Power Plant Director or Director of Facilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Class A Master Electrician License
Thorough knowledge of codes pertaining to maintenance and installation of electrical systems
Knowledge of 120/240V, 208V, 277/480V, and 4160V distribution systems
Knowledge of low voltage, communication, and alarm systems
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
Ability to operate a computer to utilize email and basic tasks
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with minimal supervision
Effective communication and interpersonal-relations skills to work professionally with staff and students
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures used around electricity, in dangerous situations such as confined spaces or high elevations and in the use of chemicals
Willingness and ability to respond to after-hours emergencies, work overtime, and participate in callbacks
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to carry, push, or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials; occasionally required to lift or move items up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch to gain access to equipment, wires, and piping.
Ability to tolerate noise and vibrations associated with operating machinery
Ability to safely work with and around hazardous materials and chemicals, in accordance with applicable safety standards
Requires sufficient motor coordination and manual dexterity, as well as the ability to see clearly, perceive depth, and distinguish colors necessary for safe and effective performance of assigned duties
Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB), a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University (SJU), a liberal arts college for men, are located in the central lakes area of Minnesota, surrounded by more than 3,000 acres of pristine forests, prairies, and lakes. The campuses are minutes away from St. Cloud, an increasingly diverse regional center with a population of over 100,000, and 70 miles from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some CSB/SJU faculty and staff choose to reside locally, while others commute from the Twin Cities. Both St. Cloud and the Twin Cities offer a wide range of fine arts, cultural, dining, recreational, and sporting opportunities. CSB and SJU are Catholic colleges in the Benedictine tradition enlivened by values of community, hospitality, stewardship, and justice. The schools are dedicated to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. Students, staff and faculty from many diverse belief systems and backgrounds collectively bring a rich dimension to the academic, cultural, and religious experience at CSB/SJU. We welcome faculty who devote themselves with passion and integrity to their disciplines and to a transformative ed...ucation of their students. With a total enrollment of approximately 3600 students, faculty members develop relationships with students in small classroom settings and have opportunities to work closely with students on research projects, experiential learning experiences, and study abroad programs. Recent initiatives to create a dynamic general education curriculum and to develop plans for a new teaching and learning center demonstrate strong institutional support for faculty development. CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program.