Facilities Engineer I or II at Anoka County in Anoka, Minnesota

Job Description:

Hiring range:
Facilities Engineer I: $50,897 to $59,800 ($24.47 to $28.75 per hour).
Facilities Engineer II: $57,262 to $67,288 ($27.53 to $32.35 per hour).


Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.


Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.


In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application.



Position Description



Are you detail oriented? Do you like to problem-solve to ensure equipment is working effectively and efficiently? Facilities Engineers have a new and different work environment every day and perform a variety of maintenance and repair tasks for the safety, comfort, security, and beautification of facilities County-wide. The Facilities Engineer positions are stable with constant work that is performed during a 40-hour workweek. The travel is limited to the boundaries of Anoka County, and you will be home for dinner.


The Facilities Engineer I possesses beginning-to-working knowledge of subject matter, handles basic issues and problems associated with facilities engineering, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff; assists with the repair and maintenance of a variety of equipment necessary for the operation of county facilities; performs work under direct supervision.


The Facilities Engineer II possesses solid working knowledge of the subject matter, handles moderately complex issues and problems associated with facilities engineering, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff; repairs and maintains a variety of equipment necessary for the operation of county facilities; performs work under general supervision.


Our Facilities Engineers experience variety on the job while working in a team environment. Our team is hands-on with building automation systems. Using your facility experience, become part of our exceptional, efficient, highly skilled Facilities team. This position requires a background check with Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS).


The Anoka County Facilities Management and Construction Department is committed to providing the highest standard of excellence in keeping all county facilities safe, clean, comfortable, and with a well-maintained environment.


This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position. Interviews will take place the week of April 15 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.



Pay & Benefits

• Facilities Engineer I Salary: $50,897 to $59,800 ($24.47 to $28.75 per hour).
  
  


• 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 28: $50,897 to $68,702 ($24.47 to $33.03 per hour).
  
  


• Facilities Engineer II Salary: $57,262 to $67,288 ($27.53 to $32.35).
  
  


• 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30: $57,262 to $77,292 ($27.53 to $37.16).
  
  


• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 11.5 paid holidays.
  
  


• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
  
  


• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
  
  


• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
  
  


• Advancement/professional development opportunities.
  
  

Work Location

• This position will work at Anoka County properties.
  
  


• Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  
  

Job Duties and Responsibilities



These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Facilities Engineer I:

• Assist with the operation, repair, and maintenance of stationary facilities
  
  


• Perform preventative maintenance while minimizing disturbance, inconvenience, and risk, and accurately document completed procedures and records of equipment testing results.
  
  


• Perform preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
  
  


• Repair and replace faulty electrical equipment.
  
  


• Maintain piping and drain systems, clean and snake drains, repair and replace plumbing fixtures, flush-o-meters, faucets, leaking pipes, and drains.
  
  


• Ensure doors and door hardware are in good working order, and repair or replace these as needed.
  
  


• Perform periodic maintenance on air compressors, fans, pumps, and outdoor equipment.
  
  


• Record boiler readings, water temperatures, and usage, and perform troubleshooting and repair problems.
  
  


• Repair, move, maintain, and customize office furnishings and equipment.
  
  


• Respond to and maintain alarms related to facilities safety.
  
  

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Facilities Engineer II:

• Operate, repair, and maintain stationary facilities equipment including boilers, generators, and refrigeration.
  
  


• Schedule, coordinate, and perform preventative maintenance while minimizing disturbance, inconvenience, and risk.
  
  


• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
  
  


• Repair and replace faulty electrical equipment including lighting fixtures, bulbs and ballasts, electrical receptacles, and switches, exit lighting, emergency lighting, and related equipment.
  
  


• Maintain piping and drain systems, clean and snake drains, repair and replace plumbing fixtures, flush-o-meters, faucets, leaking pipes, and drains.
  
  


• Ensure doors and door hardware are in good working order.
  
  


• Perform periodic maintenance on air compressors, fans, pumps, and outdoor equipment.
  
  


• Perform annual boiler inspections and cleanings and ensure safe operation and maintenance.
  
  


• Repair, move, maintain, and customize office furnishings and equipment.
  
  


• Respond to and maintain alarms related to facilities safety.
  
  


• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications and Requirements:




Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed



Facilities Engineer I:

• Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades
  
  


• Ability to operate HVAC equipment, and hand and power tools
  
  


• Ability to commit to an after-hours on-call team rotation; 1-hour response time required
  
  


• Successfully pass driver's license background check
  
  


• Ability to use Computer Maintenance Management and Building Automation computer software
  
  


• Knowledge of basic principles of maintenance and construction
  
  


• Possess or able to obtain within six months of hire a Special Boiler's License
  
  

Facilities Engineer II:

• Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades and at least 2 years of job-related experience
  
  


• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
  
  


• Knowledge of general principles of electricity, plumbing, HVAC theory, maintenance, and construction
  
  


• Ability to operate HVAC equipment, and hand and power tools
  
  


• Ability to commit to an after-hours on-call team rotation; 1-hour response time required
  
  


• Successfully pass driver's license background check
  
  


• Ability to use Computer Maintenance Management and Building Automation computer software
  
  


• Second Class Boiler's License
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• CFC Universal Certification
  
  


• HVAC Certification
  
  


• Knowledge of state and local building and safety codes and OSHA safety standards
  
  


• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
  


• Excellent customer service skills
  
  


• Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment, and outdoor work sites in all weather conditions depending on assignment
  
  


• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness
  
  


• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds
  
  


• Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties
  
  


• Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills
  
  


• Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing
  
  


• Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment
  
  


• Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
  
  


• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to maintenance equipment depending on assignment
  
  


• Maintenance equipment may include but is not limited to ladders, shovels, power saws, drills, routers, grinders, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, sewer augers, pipe threaders, pumps, scaffolding, hand and power tools, vacuum, brooms, floor buffers and scrubbers and other floor cleaning equipment, pallet jacks, push/pull carts, chemicals, and personal protective equipment
  
  


• Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed
  
  


• Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle
  
  


• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties
  
  


• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
  
  

Selection Process



It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.



Pre-employment Requirements



Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.



About Anoka County



As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.



Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment



Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.


If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process


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