About the Position

The Public Works Traffic Operations Division is hiring for both certified and temporary Electrician positions.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

Performs electrical work involving the construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, and communications systems.
Maintains, repairs, and installs instruments, apparatus, and equipment, including high- and low-voltage and fiber optic systems. Installs, maintains, and tests electrical equipment used in operating a variety of equipment such as traffic signals, street lights, pumps, microprocessors, control panels, and transformers.
Applies electrical expertise in facility construction, maintenance, and repair. Utilizes aerial personal lifts, ladders, and manual tools.
Adheres to OSHA requirements and established safety policies and practices.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
For more information and essential functions, see our Electrician Job Description.

Information about the current vacancies:
Currently, there are vacancies for both day and evening shifts, with occasional after-hours callbacks. These positions will also be required to assist with plowing during snow emergencies.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Must possess a Class A journey-level electrician's license issued by the State of Minnesota.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

For positions in Public Works: Must possess and maintain a valid Class B or A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no restrictions for airbrakes. The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving-related offenses within the two year period prior to the date of the appointment. Suspensions for parking-related offenses are excluded.

Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

***Candidates with a valid Class D Driver's License will be considered for temporary positions, however, will not be eligible to obtain certified employment status until Human Resources receives confirmation of a valid Class A or B CDL as described above.

How to Apply

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
Upload or submit the following required document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A legible copy of your Class A journey-level electrician’s license issued by the State of Minnesota
- A legible copy of your valid Class B or A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no restrictions for airbrakes (if applicable).

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Learn more about our Hiring Process

**Please Note: Multiple Vacancies are available which include UNCLASSIFIED and TEMPORARY. The following information pertains to the specifics of each type of vacancy.

Temporary:This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided
Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening:This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512
E-mail: christine.hauge@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position does not receive City benefits. Employer contributions are made on behalf of employees for union-provided fringe benefits. See Trade Classifications Benefit Fact Sheet (Download PDF reader) for further information.

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