What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Electrical Safety Instructor - Up to 15 hours per week position at Minnesota Rural Electric Association?
Connexus Energy is hiring multiple Electrical Safety Instructors to demonstrate the consequences of unsafe activities near power lines to community members including students, staff working in construction, emergency personnel such as fire, police, EMS and others. Our training materials, trailer, and demonstration techniques consistently receive positive results from audiences. If you want to be part of this rewarding community service and pick up a few extra hours by working on a limited part-time basis, we would like to talk to you more about this position. This is a great opportunity for a teacher or former lineworker during the summer months and/or on weekends.
Compensation
Anticipated hiring pay is between $40.00 - $45.00 per hour. The final compensation is based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience and skill level. This position does not qualify for benefits but does qualify for the Minnesota Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST).
In This Position, You Will
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Compensation
Anticipated hiring pay is between $40.00 - $45.00 per hour. The final compensation is based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience and skill level. This position does not qualify for benefits but does qualify for the Minnesota Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST).
In This Position, You Will
- Present electrical safety programs to various audiences
- Promote a strong public image for Connexus Energy
- Promote practice of electrical safety at home and at work
- Administer feedback surveys
- Assist with light maintenance of equipment
- Some simple troubleshooting due to scheduling issues
- Associates degree OR 2 years' experience in electrical, teaching, training, sales, or safety
- Comfortable speaking/presenting to groups (2nd grade up to senior citizens)
- Knowledge of electrical safety principles and practices
- Ability to perform light maintenance on trailer with use of simple tools
- Valid Driver's License and health card
- Ability to successfully meet the Physical Abilities requirements
- Stand and talk for long periods of time
- Set up equipment used in demonstrations
- Push/pull up to 75 lbs
- Lift/carry up to 50 lbs
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Salary : $40 - $45