Operating Maintenance Technician - Maple Grove, MN

Job Overview

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

In this position, you will be responsible for the on‑going operations and maintenance of Xcel Energy's buildings in the Metro West region. The position reports to the Maple Grove Service Center but may require travel to other sites in the Metro West service territory. Successful candidate will have experience with heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems—including boilers, chillers, heat pumps, and DX rooftop units—as well as building automation, fire life safety systems, and preventative maintenance programs.

This position will require the candidate to be available for emergency call‑out and overtime assignments.

Shift

Hours:

6:30 am – 3:00 pm

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and meeting all of the following criteria:
• Currently a Journeyman Technician or five years of operating experience combined with equivalent coursework or a competency card.
• Possession of a 2nd class “C” Boiler license or higher.
• Must possess a universal CFC certification.
• Proficient in BAS (Building Automation Systems) and related BAS and Microsoft Office systems; experience with computerized maintenance management systems, such as Maximo, is a plus.
• Possess a high mechanical aptitude and high level of learning ability to maintain a proficient understanding of various types of building systems.
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
• Ability to perform work from ladders, scaffolding, and in high and confined areas and to lift sixty (60) pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Welding and brazing
• Sheet metal repair and installation
• Electric and electronic troubleshooting
• Proper and safe use of chemicals
• Equipment installation and repair (e.g., motors, bearing shafts, and related equipment)
• Various structural and building repairs (e.g., garage doors, minor roof repairs)
• Proficient working knowledge of heating systems (e.g., boilers, steam, hydronic, gas‑fired rooftops, heat pump systems)
• Proficient working knowledge of cooling systems (e.g., chillers, rooftops, and other types)
• Proficient working knowledge of fire/life safety systems
• Proficient working knowledge of UPS, generator, and battery systems

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Limited‑Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
• Short‑term disability (STD)
• Long‑term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Additional days off
• Sick Time
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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