Master Electrician

Salary : $67,357.00 - $101,035.00 Annually Location : Central Services Building, 202 Laurel Street, Brainerd, MN Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2026-00049 Department: Administrative Services Division: Facilities Opening Date: 05/11/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Position Objective THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. The Master Electrician performs complex electrical and technical assignments involved in the maintenance, repair and safe uninterrupted operation of electrical systems in the County Facilities. The position has shared accountability for the effective operation of all heating, cooling, plumbing, ventilating, security, fire control and alarm systems and other building automation systems and technology. The position is designated as the primary internal resource and contact for external contractors and service providers within his/her assigned area of responsibility. Additionally, the position is accountable for mentoring, training, reviewing technical work and providing guidance to Maintenance Technicians on matters relating to electrical facilities maintenance and repair. The position is also accountable for the performance of general maintenance duties including carpentry, painting, building and equipment repairs and maintenance, office relocations, furniture moving, custodial duties, floor care, exterior maintenance, grounds maintenance and related activities as needed and/or assigned to effectively maintain all buildings and grounds in a manner that ensures operational and service excellence. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsible for planning, laying out, and supervising all electrical work performed by Facilities staff.Ensures the necessary electrical permits are obtained for projects or repairs as required by the governing electrical authority and that all work complies with the National Electric Code Safety Standards.Maintains County owned electrical equipment to assure the safe and uninterrupted operation of all County Facilities and systems.Operates and maintains building automation systems, security systems, fire suppressant systems, lighting systems, and related building technology demonstrating the level of operational expertise and proficiency required to maximize system performance and service excellence.Operates and effectively maintains all electrical wiring, apparatus and equipment including motors, controllers, lighting, switches, receptacles, circuit breakers and related equipment/systems resolving problems, performing maintenance, testing and repairs in a timely and effective manner to maximize operational effectiveness and customer service. Communicates with contract service providers to initiate service requests, resolve problems and ensure required services are effectively and efficiently preformed.Supports the effective operations of all HVAC systems and related technology resolving problems, performing maintenance, testing and repairs in a timely and effective manner to maximize operational effectiveness and customer service.Performs general maintenance duties including grounds care, carpentry, painting, building and equipment repairs and maintenance and related activities to effectively maintain facilities and ensure operational and service excellence.Assists with the relocation and construction of workspaces, including workstation assembly and/or disassembly, moving assistance, minor construction or remodeling and related activities as needed in response to internal service requestsPerforms grounds keeping duties including lawn, landscape and hardscape maintenance, seasonal maintenance and snow and ice removal as needed to maintain appearance, functionality and safety of all facilities.Responds to service requests in a timely and effective manner, utilizing work order technology, paging devices and related technology as assigned to effectively prioritize and perform open service calls.Provides after hours coverage as needed and/or assigned for required facility and mechanical systems inspections and to respond to emergency services needs in a timely and effective manner.Performs all other related duties in a professional and effective manner.Participants in oversight of work to be performed at other government agencies by CWC as defined by Joint Services Agreements or other agreement types as defined and documented by CWC. Minimum QualificationsClass A Master Electrician License with the State of MN, 5 years of experience as a licensed Journeyman Electrician in a Commercial setting.Experience in the construction of and/or maintenance of governmental buildings and facilities is desired.Considerable ability to read and interpret electrical plans and diagrams and extensive knowledge of the MN Building, Electrical and NFPA codes is essential.Valid state issued driver's licenseHigh School diploma or equivalent Desirable QualificationsSecond Class C Boilers License.Knowledge of and ability to perform the operation, maintenance and control functions of electrical and mechanical systems including HVAC maintenance and repair in a commercial environment.Knowledge of and ability to effectively operate building automation and electronic control systems including energy management, security control, fire suppressant and related building management systems in a commercial environment .Knowledge and functional understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management Softwares.Knowledge of building and safety regulations.Ability to independently prioritize and complete work in an effective and timely manner.Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts.Ability to problem solve, access internal and external resources and execute timely and sound decisions.Knowledge of building and safety regulations, forklift certification desired.Ability to independently prioritize and complete work in an effective and timely manner.Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts.Ability to problem solve, access internal and external resources and execute timely and sound decisions. This summary is intended for general information purposes and does not represent the legal description of our benefit package. The summary plan descriptions, Crow Wing County personnel manual, or applicable labor contract contains more complete information and will prevail in the event of a discrepancy. Compensation The county strives to be a market competitive employer with compensation rates that are externally competitive and internally equitable. Compensation rates are governed by the county pay matrix and applicable labor contract. Information regarding the county pay programs is available in the Human Resource Department. Paid Time Off (PTO) PTO benefit accrues at the rate of 21 days per year for the first 3 years for regular full-time staff and is pro-rated for regular part-time staff. Holidays The 12 calendar holidays that are observed by Crow Wing County are as follows: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Health Insurance Regular full-time employees and their dependents are eligible for group health insurance coverage, administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield. Eligibility begins on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Regular part-time employees regularly scheduled 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health insurance coverage on a pro-rated basis. Dental Insurance Delta dental benefit is available to those participating in a health insurance plan. Calendar year annual maximum of $1000 per person. Life Insurance Regular full-time employees shall be provided a term life insurance policy of $50,000. Optional life insurance is available at the employee's expense. Short-Term Disability Regular full-time and part-time staff regularly scheduled at least 30 hours per week are eligible for short-term disability following 6 months of qualifying employment. Short-term disability payments begin on the first day following 14 consecutive calendar days of absence attributable to a qualifying disability. The plan provides income replacement of up to 50% of regular pay subject to a maximum limit of $1,000 per week. Long-Term Disability Regular full-time and part-time staff regularly scheduled at least 30 hours per week are eligible. Long term disability pays 50% of salary up to a maximum of $4,000 per month beginning on day 91 of total disability. The maximum benefits duration is up to the social security normal retirement date. Retirement Plan Retirement benefits are provided through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA). For more information on PERA visit their at 01 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? YesNo 02 Which best describes your level of education in the electrical field? Certificate ProgramAssociates DegreeBachelor DegreeNone 03 How many years experience do you have in the electrical field? NoneSome but less than 2 years2 - 5 years5 - 7 years7 or more years 04 How do you rate your computer proficiency? ExcellentAbove AverageAverageBelow AverageNot at all 05 Do you have a valid driver's license? YesNo 06 Operating conditions at Crow Wing County often require rapid changes in work priorities and assignments. The pace of work can be demanding at times. Unexpected emergencies can arise which require quick response times, short notice, overtime need, and the response needed can vary depending on the nature of the problem. If you are hired as a Maintenance Technician - Electrician, what will be your strategy for working effectively in this demanding environment? 07 Please describe a situation or project where you lead change or innovation that added value within your department or organization. What was it? What was the outcome? What was your role? 08 This position is required to serve on-call on a rotational basis. This may include responding to emergencies during off hours, including weekends and holidays. On site response to campus is expected within 45 minutes from the time of the call, if needed. Communication is via a cellular phone. Responsibilities include working with the Maintenance Team Lead or Facilities Manager to decide when and what resources should be used in response to a situation, along with expected response time. Are you able to fulfill this requirement of the position? YesNo 09 What type of electrical license do you current possess? JourneymanMaintenance ElectricianMaster ElectricianNone of the Above 10 Please select the areas of electrical work below in which you have professional experience: Maintenance and repair of existing building wiring systemsReplacing and repairing switches and receptaclesMaintaining, repairing, and replacing component parts of campus exterior lighting systems and control devices, both pole and building mounted.Installing new wiring circuits for switches, receptacles and lighting controlsExtending existing circuits and wiring to various locations within buildingsNone of the Above 11 Please select the professional experience you have in replacement of existing building component parts. (check all that apply) Lighting systems and devicesBranch circuit and feeder over currentShort circuit protective devicesTransformers or power conversion devicesControl Circuits (ie: Low voltage controls for doors, locks, building automation)None of the Above 12 For the experience you indicated in questions 10 and 11, please describe your experience referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided. 13 I verify that all of my responses to the supplemental questions are true and accurate. I understand that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do not support one or more of my responses to the supplemental questions that I may no longer be considered for the position. YesNo Required Question