Working at Knobelsdorff
Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.
Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.
If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you. This position will start May 2027.
Job DescriptionYou’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
- Answer incoming calls in a professional and friendly manner. Screen, redirect, and take messages.
- Help with phone coverage rotation from 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday.
- Greet and direct visitors appropriately while maintaining a welcoming and friendly environment.
- Receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
- Support with shipping out materials to job sites.
- Assist with company luncheons and other company functions.
- Perform general administrative tasks including scanning, printing, filing, etc.
- Support HR staff with new hire orientation.
- Provide administrative support aligned with evolving business priorities.
- Schedule appointments, meetings and reservations as needed.
- Arrange travel including hotels, transportation, and airfare.
- Additional duties as assigned.
You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:
- Ability to work in Eagan, MN 5 days/week.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
- Professional, friendly and upbeat presence.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience with MS applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Pay Range
We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.
Pay Range: $20-22 per hour
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
- Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for long periods
- Must be capable of working in hot, cold, or wet conditions
- Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
- Must be physically capable of digging and back-filling trenches
Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or email [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)
KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters
If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.
Skills Required
- Ability to work in Eagan, Minnesota, five days per week
- Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
- Professional, friendly, and upbeat presence
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for long periods
- Ability to work in hot, cold, or wet conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
- Ability to dig and back-fill trenches
What We Do
Knobelsdorff Enterprises is a premier industrial electrical, engineering, automation, and renewable energy contractor serving clients across North America. The company specializes in delivering high-quality electrical and control systems design for various sectors, including industrial manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, and utility-scale solar projects. With over 30 years of experience, they provide turnkey EPC solutions from design and procurement to construction and maintenance.
