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Connexus Energy Director, Utility Construction & Maintenance in Ramsey, Minnesota
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Connexus Energy team as the Director of Construction and Maintenance. In this role you would be responsible for providing professional management to staff of roughly 45 employees and various external contractors to deliver the best member experience possible through exceptional reliability, service, and value.
Anticipated hiring pay is between $143,800.00 - $188,790.00. The final compensation offered is based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience and skill level. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 14% based on company performance.
In this position you will:
Promote and maintain safe work practices, and partner with safety leadership to develop and secure new or improved programs, policies, and equipment
Lead and manage the construction and maintenance activities, and establish goals, tactics, and work practices
Direct and manage the vegetation management program
Lead the strategic thinking and project management of enterprise-wide projects
Establish and maintain the department budget
Collaborate with union stewards, business agents, and Connexus Energy management to negotiate and administer agreements
Work with members, builders, developers, and agencies to facilitate the work processes and maximize member satisfaction
Need to have:
Bachelor’s degree in business management, construction management, engineering, or related field
Five years’ experience in construction and maintenance (candidates without a bachelor’s degree will be considered if have 10+ years of experience)
Experience in people management
Experience in project and financial management
Ability to recognize and implement process improvements
Excellent collaboration, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills, verbal and written, and ability to effectively communicate and present to all levels within the organization
Strong computer skills in the suite of standard office applications
Ability to operate major enterprise computer systems, such as work management, vegetation management, geographic information, customer information, and automated vehicle locating systems
Current and valid driver’s license
Nice to have:
Knowledge and understanding of electrical distribution system construction and maintenance practices/standards
Experience working for an electric utility
Experience leading in a union environment
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 146,000+ 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.
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
