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Distribution Engineering Technician

Connexus Energy is looking for a Distribution Engineering Specialist to join our Engineering Team. We're looking for someone who brings strong organizational and analytical skills. This role will help to ensure we continue to distribute reliable, safe and economical power to our members.

Compensation:

Anticipated hiring range for this position is between $37.45 and $49.15 per hour. The final compensation offered is based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience and skill level. 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:

Configure and maintain Connexus Energy's Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) system to improve the efficiency, reliability, and prevent damage to the electric distribution system with support from the Engineering staff.

Monitor critical substation equipment and monitor for abnormal conditions on the system

Configures and maintain ADMS screens and one lines.

Install, and maintain the control system for running customer owned distributed generation under the direction from Engineering staff.

Inspect customer owned distributed generation installations to ensure compliance with interconnection agreement.

Provide technical support in order to maintain safe and reliable distribution system operation by ensuring proper operation of devices in the field.

Need to have:

Associates or 2-year technical degree in electrical technology, electric utility technology, energy services, engineering technician or other related discipline

Microsoft Office software skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access

Strong organizational skills to maintain large amounts of data

Current and valid driver's license

Nice to have:

Bachelors or 4-year degree in electrical engineering

Experience in utility engineering or related field

Ability to read maps, staking sheets, electrical schematic diagrams

Ability to learn and apply National Electrical Safety Code and construction standards

Computer-aided drafting (CAD) skills

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

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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

Compensation details: 37.45-49.15 Hourly Wage

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