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Working Title:
Plant Maintenance Engineer
Institution:
Alexandria Technical and Community College
Classification Title:
Plant Mntc Engineer
Bargaining Unit / Union:
202: AFSCME - Craft, Maintenance, and Labor
City:
Alexandria
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$33.57 - $38.98
Job Description:
The Plant Maintenance Engineer is responsible for overseeing and performing technical operations and maintenance for all ATCC campus buildings. This includes the upkeep and repair of roofs, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, and plumbing systems. The position ensures that all building systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably to support the college's mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and execute preventative and corrective maintenance for building systems and equipment.
Apply a proactive approach to minimize equipment failures, breakdowns, and service interruptions.
Respond to emergency situations as required, including outside of scheduled work hours, to maintain essential services.
Accurately document maintenance activities and incidents in daily status reports.
Position Highlights:
This is an essential service role critical to the safety and functionality of the campus environment.
The successful candidate will demonstrate technical expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to operational excellence.
This position reports to the Physical Plant Manager. As stated, this is an essential service position and may be required to respond to emergency events outside of scheduled hours and record all incidents on a daily status report.
Salary Range:
$33.57 to $38.98 per hour / $70,094 to $81,390 annually
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a valid State of Minnesota Boiler's License - Chief Class C OR obtain within 5 years making progression as hours are logged per state statute. (ATCC Boiler systems are dual fuel (natural gas/fuel oil) hot water boilers.)
Ability to oversee all HVAC and plumbing operations to ensure state and local codes and requirements are met.
Proficiency in procedures and practices of building HVAC systems, installation methods, operation procedures and BAS system control strategies and material and equipment utilized in the process.
Knowledge of the principles of state heating and ventilating codes, OSHA and computerized HVAC control systems.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the mechanical systems and the necessary safety precautions.
Valid State of MN Class D Driver's License.
Proficient computer skills to communicate using Outlook, retrieve computer-generated assignments from facilities software, ability to operate building automation system software, and ability to create documents in Word, Excel, etc., proficient in use of smart phone and IPad technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
Three or more years of documented experience on leading a successful HVAC team.
Experience in use of building automation systems (such as Automation Logic) to monitor, perform basic functions, respond to alarms, and take corrective action.
Knowledge and skills of electrical systems/repair.
Knowledge and skills in plumbing systems.
Asbestos Worker Certification.
Experience in assisting trades in remodeling and new construction.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
Other Requirements:
Ability to perform physical requirements of the job including: walking, standing, stooping, squatting, lifting up to 50 lbs., reaching above the shoulder level, bending, pushing, pulling, carrying, climbing/balancing.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with various @types of equipment and tools on a regular basis.
Ability to work in conditions and physical surroundings which may include working both indoors and outdoors, areas which have noise/vibrations, dusty/poorly ventilated, work from ladders or platforms.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):
Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Telework (Yes/No):
No
About:
Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC) provides quality hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 4,700 students each year, and has been ranked the #1 Community College in Minnesota every year since 2019. ATCC offers more than 50 programs and transfer pathways in fields like business, design, education, human services, health, manufacturing, police training, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less, with some offerings as short as one semester. With among the highest graduation rate in the country, a 99% job placement rate, and several online programs ranked in the top 20 nationwide, ATCC maintains a longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence.
The campus is located in Alexandria, Minnesota, in the heart of lake country in West Central Minnesota. The city population is 14,382 within city limits, but the unique layout of over 300 lakes in the county makes the service area closer to 35,000 people. Located 2 hours Northwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul and 1 ½ hours Southeast of Fargo, ND, Alexandria is easily accessible on I-94. In addition to the strong and diverse local economy featuring manufacturing, healthcare, education, service, retail, and tourism, the region features a quality of life and access to infrastructure that few micropolitan communities (populations of 10,000-50,000) can rival. Alexandria is home to a thriving downtown district, excellent trails, plenty of arts, museums, parks, wineries, breweries, and a whiskey distillery. Paired with diverse year-round outdoor activities and more lakes than you can count, Alexandria is a small town that feels big.
Alexandria College is a member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system. With 33 colleges and universities across 54 campuses, Minnesota State is the largest provider of higher education in the state of Minnesota.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
01-12-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
12-17-2025
Close Date:
12-17-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Renae Rae Kasper
Posting Contact Email:
renae.kasper@alextech.edu
