Job Description
Job Description
Resource Renew is looking for a skilled Electrician III who holds a State of Minnesota Journeyman's license or higher to join our team. This onsite role located in Duluth, MN will support the electrical operations, maintenance and reliability of our Districts' facilities. You will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and safety, where your ingenuity will help us meet the evolving needs of our operations and electrical systems. If you have a passion for high-quality electrical work, thrive in complex industrial environments and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, this role is for you.
WHO WE ARE
Resource Renew, the brand of Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD), is committed to preventing pollution and protecting the environment, including the region's most precious resource - Lake Superior. Founded as a special purpose unit of government created by the Minnesota Legislature in 1971 to address serious environmental pollution problems in the lower St. Louis River Basin, Resource Renew provides wastewater and solid waste services and oversight for a 530 square mile region around Duluth, Minnesota. Our facilities include a main wastewater treatment plant, multiple pump stations, and solid waste collection sites of varied types.
AS A ELECTRICAN III, YOU WILL
- Install and maintain electrical systems, raceways, motors, VFDs, PLCs, transformers, and controls.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical and controls systems across treatment plants, pump stations, and other District facilities.
- Maintain and repair instrumentation, metering devices, sensors, and monitoring equipment.
- Interpret engineered drawings, plan installations, and ensure compliance with electrical codes.
- Use an enterprise asset management system (EAM) to track work and maintain accurate records.
- Support training efforts and promote safe work practices across all operations
A TYPICAL SKILLSET FOR THE ROLE IS
- Knowledge of the installation, operation, and maintenance of a wide range of electrical equipment, instruments, and devices.
- Knowledge of standards, practices, materials, and processes used in the electrical, instrumentation, and electrical trades.
- Knowledge of control circuit repair and diagnostic techniques.
- Knowledge of applicable codes, and safety standards related to electrical construction, installation, and maintenance.
- Knowledge of and ability to implement safe work practices, including NFPA 70E requirements, Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, and Energy Control Procedures.
- Ability to respond appropriately to emergency conditions and determine effective courses of action.
- Knowledge of and ability to use computerized systems for plant operations, historical data tracking, maintenance management systems, and standard office software (spreadsheets, word processing, etc.).
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, owner manuals, and technical specifications.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and utilize an enterprise asset management system as defined by the District.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have four years' experience as an electrician in a wastewater treatment plant, an industrial manufacturing plant, or directly related industry; or such combination of education and experience as may be accepted as equivalent
- Must possess a valid State of Minnesota Class A Journeyman license or higher
- Must possess a valid driver's license
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US!
- 12 paid holidays + 4 personal leave days annually
- Front-loaded vacation plan
- We promote professional development: tuition reimbursement, opportunities to attend conferences, training courses, and more!
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Public Employer Pension Program (PERA)
- Basic Life Insurance, Supplemental Life and Long-Term Disability lans
- Employee wellness programs that include Gym Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health and Safety Education, Wellness Committee, Environmental Stewardship and more!
WHY WORK WITH US
You'll join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. Your work directly supports essential services that protect public health and the environment.
If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!
SELECTION PROCESS & TESTING INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications. Those who meet the minimum qualifications will be given an examination, which may consist of a written exam, a presentation, a hands-on test or an oral exam. Final selection will include a panel interview. Passing the examinations and interviews will require a score of 70% or higher.
Alternative Exam Process: For individuals who request reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at (218) 740-4818.
Work Eligibility: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Resource Renew requires verification of identity and work eligibility.
Veterans: Resource Renew is an equal opportunity employer and values the contributions of veterans. For applicants claiming veterans' preference, may voluntarily choose to provide proof of service, such as a DD214 during the selection process.
Non-discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
You are not legally required to provide any of the private data listed above. Resource Renew employees from the Human Resources Department and other departments involved in the selection process may have access to your private data if their work assignments reasonably require access. Others who may legally access the above data are individuals or agencies to whom we are required to release the data by law, rule or court order.
This posting applies only to external applicants.
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