Facilities Technician

Connexus Energy is seeking a Facilities Technician to join our team. This opportunity offers a variety of work, one location, and daytime, Monday-Friday hours. The Facilities Technician assists in the proper upkeep and maintenance of the cooperative’s building and systems by performing operational, preventative, and emergency maintenance to maintain safe, functional, and attractive facilities and grounds. 

Compensation:

The anticipated hiring range for this union position is between $29.20 and $37.32 per hour in accordance with the union contract. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 5% of annual earnings based on company performance. 

In this position, you will: 

• Perform general maintenance such as basic plumbing, electrical, painting, caulking, tile, concrete, carpentry, welding, installation, and fabrication.
• Complete preventative maintenance and repairs. 
• Perform repair and/or preventative maintenance on overhead/bi-fold doors, gates, water softener, safety showers, fans, indoor/outdoor lighting, water heaters, ice machines, appliances, and gates and fence lines to ensure the property is safe and secure.
• Responsible for vendor evaluations, quotes, contracts for small projects and repairs; supports other department members on large projects.
• Respond to fire alarms, performing evacuation sweeps and fire assessments.
• Act as an integral member of storm, emergency, and disaster recovery teams. 
• Ensure cleanliness is maintained by responding to general building clean up requests.
• Perform grounds work such as yard/parking lot clean up, trimming, edging, weeding, planting, and landscape improvement projects to maintain neat and attractive landscaping.
• Perform expedient snow removal on drives, lots, sidewalks, and entrances to create and maintain the safest possible conditions.
• Responsible for landscaping & parking lot maintenance/repair contract work and projects. 

Need to have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current and valid class D driver’s license
• Valid health card 
• Possess a basic mechanical aptitude, with the ability to perform work in one or more of the following areas: carpentry, fabrication, plumbing, electrical,          mechanical 
• Possess ability to learn basic understanding of maintaining various types of building systems. 
• Ability to learn and navigate fire system, HVAC, and building automation.
• Ability to develop, implement, and follow maintenance procedures.
• Ability to operate equipment such as a power broom, skid steer, and front-end loader.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Basic working knowledge of Windows software such as Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.

Pre-Employment Requirement: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Connexus Energy’s benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with generous company matching and non-matching contributions and independent investment advisory services, accrued PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, recognition program, employee referral program, and employee activities. Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability is also provided.

Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 150,000 residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we have served for more than 80 years by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of powering our members and communities toward a smarter energy future with a passionate focus on affordability, innovation, safety, and grid reliability. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.