Operating Maintenance Technician - Minneapolis, MN

Xcel Energy • Minneapolis, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Xcel Energy is seeking one or more Operating Maintenance Technicians to join their team at the Chestnut Service Center in Minneapolis, MN. This role is responsible for the ongoing operations and maintenance of Xcel Energy's buildings in the Metro West region. The position may require travel to other sites within the Metro West service territory. The successful candidate will have experience with HVAC systems (boilers, chillers, heat pumps, DX rooftop units), building automation, fire life safety systems, and preventative maintenance programs. This position requires availability for emergency call-out and overtime assignments. The shift hours are from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Currently a Journeyman Technician or five years of operating experience combined with equivalent coursework or competency card.
• Possession of a 2nd class "C" Boiler license or higher.
• Universal CFC certification.
• Proficient in BAS (Building Automation Systems) and have proficiency in related BAS and Microsoft Office systems.
• High mechanical aptitude and high level of learning ability to maintain 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.
• Ability to lift sixty (60) pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems, such as Maximo.

Responsibilities

• On-going operations and maintenance of Xcel Energy's buildings in the Metro West region.
• Maintenance and repair tasks including welding and brazing, sheet metal repair and installation, electric and electronic troubleshooting, proper and safe use of chemicals, equipment installation and repair (motors, bearing shafts, etc.), and various structural and building repairs (garage doors, minor roof repairs).
• Proficient working knowledge of heating systems (boilers, steam and hydronic, gas fired rooftops, heat pump systems, etc.).
• Proficient working knowledge of cooling systems (chillers, rooftops, etc.).
• Proficient working knowledge of fire/life safety systems.
• Proficient working knowledge of UPS/generator/battery systems.

Benefits

• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED