IT/OT Specialist Elk River Municipal Utilities
IT/OT Specialist
Elk River Municipal Utilities is looking for an IT/OT Specialist to support the technology systems that keep our community's utility services running. Working alongside our IT/OT Systems & Network Administrator, you'll handle day-to-day technical support, system maintenance, and OT platform support in a critical public utility environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues for end users and IT/OT systems
- Support end users with installations, configurations, account management, and equipment setup
- Assist with network, server, and endpoint maintenance including patching and lifecycle tasks
- Support OT platforms including SCADA, AMI, and GIS/mapping systems
- Help maintain cybersecurity controls, asset inventory, and documentation
- Assist with IT/OT projects, system deployments, and process improvements
Position qualifications include:
- Education: Minimum of an associate’s degree (bachelor's preferred) in IT or related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience: 2+ years in IT support, helpdesk, or systems administration
- Technical: Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and core networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
- OT familiarity: Understanding of IT/OT distinctions and utility system environments
- License: Valid Minnesota driver's license
Please visit Careers at Elk River Municipal Utilities | Public Power Jobs | Electric & Water for a full job description with additional required and preferred qualifications. The full pay range for this position is: $36.59 - $50.83 per hour.
ERMU is proud to offer an array of excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), retirement benefits (PERA pension, deferred compensation, Health Care Savings Plan), paid time off (vacation, sick, personal leave), and 12 paid holidays.
A current resume and completed application must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026. Applications can be found on ERMU’s website. Please submit application materials to: Elk River Municipal Utilities, 13069 Orono Parkway, P.O. Box 430, Elk River, MN 55330, or via email: mzachman@ermumn.com