About the Role: As a Journeyman Electrician, you will play a vital role in executing various electrical projects, ensuring their successful completion within the specified timelines and quality standards. With your expertise in electrical systems, your attention to detail, and your commitment to safety, you will contribute to the continued success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and a dynamic work environment. About Us: Legendary Home Services is a trusted provider of home maintenance and improvement solutions across Minnesota. As the parent company to renowned brands like Blue Ox Heating & Air, Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains, and EarlyBird Electric, we bring decades of expertise and a commitment to legendary service to every home we serve. Key Responsibilities: • Execute electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance activities in accordance with project plans, electrical codes, and safety regulations. • Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and specifications to determine the layout and wiring requirements for installations and repairs. • Install, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems, including wiring, controls, fixtures, and equipment. • Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulations, minimizing the risk of accidents and promoting a safe work environment for yourself and fellow team members. • Collaborate with project managers, supervisors, and other team members to coordinate project requirements and ensure smooth execution. • Perform electrical inspections and tests to identify and resolve issues, ensuring the functionality and safety of electrical systems. • Maintain accurate records of work performed, including labor hours, materials used, and any additional project documentation as required. • Keep abreast of the latest electrical technologies, codes, and regulations, and implement best practices in your work. • Communicate effectively with clients, providing exceptional customer service and addressing any questions, concerns, or issues promptly. • Mentor and provide guidance to apprentice electricians, supporting their skill development and knowledge acquisition. Qualifications: • Successful completion of an electrical apprenticeship program and attainment of Journeyman Electrician certification. • Proven experience as a Journeyman Electrician, preferably in commercial or industrial settings. • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair techniques. • Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications. • Thorough understanding of electrical codes, regulations, and safety practices. • Proficient use of electrical tools and equipment. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, depending on project requirements. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Interpersonal Qualifications: • Customer service focus and mindset, putting our employees and Partners first, with excellent ability to communicate and develop relationships. • Exceptional problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities to improve things both big and small. • Highly organized, ability to act quickly while still having attention to detail. • Hold yourself to a higher standard and exhibit a high level of integrity. Why You’ll Want to Work Here: At Legendary, we don't just talk the talk - we live our values every day. Our Legendary Promise says it best: "Integrity, satisfaction, fairness, ethics... with everything we do, with everyone we meet." If you're looking for a company that leads with integrity, values performance, and puts people first, you're in the right place. Here's what sets us apart: • Core values that guide everything we do - We Win Together • Performance Pay directly tied to results – You work hard; your paycheck should reflect it • Time to recharge - Paid time off and paid holidays • Benefits you will use – Full medical, dental, and vision packages including fully employer paid options available • Extras that matter - Life insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and more! • Plan for your future - 401 (k) with company match to help build long-term security Legendary Home Services is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>POSITION DESCRIPTION The City of Rochester invites applications for: Senior Substation Electrician RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota. RPU serves over 57,000 electric customers and 42,000 water customers in a 57 square mile service area, and has revenues nearing $178 million annually. Vision- "We Will Set the Standard for Service" Our vision is based on six core values which are Safety, Integrity, Service, Stewardship, Accountability, and Skill. Nature of Work This Senior Substation Electrician position is responsible for performing electrical construction, maintenance, and repair work on electrical utility substation switching devices; transformers; station power equipment; battery systems; and general wiring. Duties include, but are not limited to: performing field operation of substation switching devices and assisting in the installation of protective relaying & control systems and substation metering. Additionally, this position may provide electrical services for other RPU facilities or customer facilities as required. Starting Wage 2025 starting wage is $49.36/hour, with advancement to $58.08/hour, after two (2) years. To be considered in the first round of application review, please submit your application before September xx, 2025. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment. *Construct, troubleshoot, repair all electrical components and systems of electric utility substations, including: Switchgear and bus work Circuit breakers (SF6, vacuum, and air insulated; 161 kV, 13.8 kV insulation) Transducers, monitors, and alarm systems Power and Instrumentation Transformers Battery systems Lighting and general wiring Protective relaying and controls Substation metering Communication devices Oil handling SF6 gas handling * Perform scheduled inspection and maintenance of substations and all associated equipment. Conduct scheduled inspections and maintenance of substations and related equipment Assess operational conditions and report issues requiring maintenance or repair to the Supervisor of Technical Services. Perform assigned maintenance tasks, complete work orders, and document work activities. Maintain accurate and detailed written or electronic records of maintenance activities, equipment modifications, and wiring changes. Recommend improvements to operating and maintenance procedures to ensure reliability and security of substation equipment. * Perform field operation of substation equipment. Develop, review, and verify switching procedures for the safe isolation of equipment. Perform switching duties as directed by the System Operations department or other authorized personnel. * Perform field operation of substation equipment. Write and proofread switching procedures for the safe isolation of equipment. Perform switching duties as directed by System Operations or others. *Perform or assist other electrical workers in testing, electrical repair, or replacement of panelboards, switchboards, motors, circuit breakers, transformers, grounding devices, support structures, and power switching equipment. Support general electrical work for RPU Water and Facilities. Assist Lead Plant Electrician and perform such duties with RPU Power Resources. Other Duties Test, troubleshoot, and repair distribution transformers. Install, troubleshoot, and remove load management control equipment as required. Respond to after-hours callouts for emergencies or system issues. Inspect, maintain, and care for assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment. Prepare material requisitions and manage inventory of issued and retired equipment. Assist Master of Record (MoR) with on-the-job training of apprentices or other electrical workers. Provide written documentation as required. Perform other duties as assigned. • ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent general education degree (GED) and completion of an approved Apprentice Electrician program and Five (5) years of experience as an electrician, with at least two (2) years' experience working with 13.8 kV - 161 kV high voltage equipment in electric utility or industrial substations performing duties that include installing and maintaining power switching devices, power transformers, circuit breakers, protective relays, control systems and metering devices. OR *An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may also be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager. *Suitable experience includes a combination of electrical theory; electric and water utility equipment and practices; electric utility safety practices; commercial or industrial electrical construction and maintenance; the NESC, the NEC, and RPU Electric Service Rules Experience must be of electric utility work or directly comparable industry work. Licenses and Certifications State of Minnesota Journey or Master Electrician License Valid Minnesota driver's license DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Education Two (2) years post high school curriculum in the electrical construction and maintenance field or equivalent. Licenses and Certifications Valid Minnesota commercial driver's license Special Training and Experience Courses in relay and control theory and applications relating to electric utility facilities; courses in electrical substation equipment maintenance and operation; electric revenue metering; and high voltage electrical safety. Experience with interpreting electrical schemes, analyzing controls, troubleshooting electrical equipment, and using computerized test equipment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION THIS POSITION MAY BE COVERED BY THE CITY'S RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM (based on job assignment) Employees in this position are required to use respiratory equipment and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program. THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY RPU'S AREA RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT In order to provide timely services, RPU has designated specific positions which must comply with an area residency requirement, based on job-related necessity where employees in such positions must reside within thirty (30) driving miles of their normally scheduled work reporting location. New Hires Individuals hired for designated positions with RPU covered by an area residency requirement who do not meet this requirement shall be allowed no more than twelve (12) months, from their date of hire, in order to meet the thirty (30) driving mile requirement. Current Employees RPU employees in designated positions covered by the area residency requirement and who reside at a location that allows them to report to work within thirty (30) minutes from the time notified, prior to March 9, 2012, shall be deemed to comply with RPU's area residency requirement provided that they remain at their current address. If a current RPU employee in a designated position covered by the area residency requirement relocates, their new address/residence must be located within thirty (30) driving miles of their normally scheduled work reporting location and notice must be given to their immediate supervisor prior to relocating to ensure compliance with the area residency requirement. Promotional Opportunities Promotions to designated RPU positions covered by an area residency requirement shall be withheld from employees whose address/residence is located more than thirty (30) driving miles from the normally scheduled work reporting location of their new position, with the exception of employees who are willing to relocate within 12 months from date of promotion in order to comply with the thirty (30) driving mile area residence requirement; OR employees who immediately prior to their promotion were in a designated position and resided at a location that allowed them to report to work within thirty (30) minutes from the time notified. Noncompliance with Residency Requirements In the event that an employee fails to comply with the residency requirement, the employee will be considered to no longer meet the minimum requirements of the position. In such instance, the City will take formal action, up to and including termination. An employee may be granted an extension if there is credible basis, as determined by the employer, for justification as to why the employee has failed to comply. Said basis shall consist of circumstances not caused or controlled by the employee. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: practices, methods, tools and materials used in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment at an industrial facility; the operational characteristics of analog and digital instrumentation, discrete control devices, motor control centers, and other equipment commonly used in industrial processes and control systems; practices, methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment at an industrial facility; and occupational hazards and safety practices. Skill in: communicating effectively, organizing one's own work while coordinating work with others; the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials used in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment; using computers, mobile electronic devices and electronic test equipment. Ability to: ensure that the work performed is of the highest possible quality, build and maintain good working relationships with customers, coworkers, supervisors and staff; work and think effectively under stressful conditions; exercise good judgment; clearly communicate complex ideas and instructions, verbally and in writing; diagnose and repair defects in electrical equipment; read and interpret electrical drawings, technical manuals, and the National Electric Code; perform manual labor associated with equipment repair; follow oral and written instructions (English language); maintain equipment maintenance records; operate power conduit benders, power wiring tools, and testing devices; drive and operate a truck or motor vehicle, forklift, aerial lifts; operate small power excavation equipment. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation. This position requires a majority of the time spent standing and walking on uneven ground or rough terrain with some time spent lifting objects or walking up or down steps. Weights of objects lifted / carried can reach one hundred (100) pounds. Frequently daily work can consist of moderate physical work with periods of heavy physical work. Climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, and crouching are regularly required. Needs to be able to climb ladders to heights of 175 feet and scaffolding to heights of 15 feet. Working in a bucket truck or similar aerial lift equipment does occur occasionally. Audio, visual, and verbal functions are vital aspects to performing this position, as well as the ability to operate motorized machines, test equipment, and various vehicles. The majority of the workday is spent alternately outdoors with exposure to dust, noise, and heat, as well as cold in substations, electrical shops, and the office. Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, ability to distinguish colors, smell, hearing and touch. Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include: Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) Noise (needing to shout in order to be heard) Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body) Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather) Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites) Work at heights (such as on scaffolding or ladders or aerial lifts) Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, excavation equipment, trucks, cranes) Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, arc resistant clothing etc.).
See More Details >>GENERAL SUMMARY: Perform installation, repair, troubleshooting, and advanced maintenance work on electronic control systems, complex machine tools, heavy fabrication equipment, and more in a high voltage heavy manufacturing environment. Examples include lighting install and repair, machine wiring, machine repair, new equipment install, welding equipment repair, troubleshooting laser cutting machines, material handling systems, robotic paint systems, industrial ovens, HVAC, etc. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform Maintenance Electrician activities as required by supervision. • Planning may involve determination of method and sequence of operation, selection of materials to be used, establishment of work procedures and issuance of instruction to Maintenance Electrician “B” or helpers. • Connects and disconnects electric powered machines; repairs motors and generators; replaces fuses and sets circuit breakers on high and low tension circuits. • Work with outside contractors on planning, installation, and repair of equipment as needed. • Required to requisition materials as needed. • Supply own tools as directed by supervision. • Electronically document maintenance activities completed. • Report labor and job data accurately. • Maintain safety, quality, and efficiency. • Maintain clean and neat work area. • Perform other duties within the department or plant as directed by supervision. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid certification of state electrical exam or ability to obtain. Valid driver's license required when using company truck. WORK EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial. Prior electrical experience is required. SKILLS: Must be able to physically perform essential functions of the job. Possess good mechanical aptitude and ability to work with a wide variety of tools and machinery. Ability to quickly troubleshoot electrical problems on a wide variety of electrical equipment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to physically perform essential functions of the job. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 lbs. Typically requires standing and walking on a regular basis, and sitting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, crawling, reaching and handling occasionally. Specific vision requirements include depth perception, color vision and peripheral vision. WORKING CONDITIONS: Occasionally exposed to noise, odors, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, drafts, vibration, electricity and heights. Hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed shoes with metatarsal protection are required. May require the handling of hazardous waste. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and competencies required of this position. Employees are held accountable for all aspects for the job, which are subject to change at any time. Requirements: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid certification of state electrical exam or ability to obtain. Valid driver's license required when using company truck. WORK EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial. Prior electrical experience is required. SKILLS: Must be able to physically perform essential functions of the job. Possess good mechanical aptitude and ability to work with a wide variety of tools and machinery. Ability to quickly troubleshoot electrical problems on a wide variety of electrical equipment.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Rochester, MN, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 1,500 electricians in Minnesota, with wages averaging around $600 per week. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $100,000 annually for experienced professionals.
