BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Ascentek is dedicated to providing you a comprehensive benefit package that meets you and your family’s needs. We urge you to carefully consider all aspects of our benefits and others you may have access to before making your decision. Our comprehensive benefits program includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care), Pet Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off and Retirement Savings.

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BENEFIT OPTIONS

WHO IS ELIGIBLE

All active, regular teammates who are classified to be in a benefit eligible position and who work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. You can also enroll your eligible dependents (when dependent coverage is available) as defined below. Eligible dependents are also defined in the Summary Plan Description.

Eligible Dependents include: Legally married spouse, natural children, stepchildren, adopted children, children for whom legal guardianship has been awarded, grandchildren who reside with you and are financially dependent upon you, and children who are subject to a Qualified Medical Child Support Order to age 26. Unmarried children who are incapable of self-sustaining employment can be covered regardless of age.

MAKING CAREFUL CHOICES

You have 30 days from the date of a life event, including your initial date of hire, to make your benefit choices– Teammates failing to elect coverage within 30 days will be deemed to have voluntarily waived eligibility for the respective coverage for the entire calendar year. Please choose your benefits carefully, as the elections you make for 2026 will remain in place for the plan year (through December 31, 2026) unless a “Qualified Status Change” occurs. Such changes include: marriage, divorce, death of a spouse or dependent, birth or adoption of a child, change in employment status or health coverage or your dependent no longer qualifying as an eligible dependent.

OUR VALUES

SUMMARY OF NEW BENEFITS

We are excited to share several updates to our benefits and policies that are effective for the 2026 plan year. Please take a moment to review the summary of changes and enhancements:

Medical & Dental Updates

Updated medical and dental insurance premiums.
Annual out-of-pocket maximums increased to $6,000.
PPO plan deductible raised to $1,000; HDHP deductible raised to $3,400.

Coverage Enhancements

All preventive cancer screenings covered at 100%, even if a diagnosis is made.
Select telemedicine services now covered at 100% under HDHP with no deductible.
Enhanced medication management for personalized pharmacy support to improve health and save money.

Leave & Assistance

Life, disability, and leave management now administered by Unum.
New Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave policy aligned with state mandates.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and travel assistance now managed by Unum.

Financial Benefits

401(k) vendor changed from American Trust to Fidelity.
Dependent Care FSA annual contribution limit increased to $7,500.

Additional Perks

Teammates receive a 15% discount on eyewear products through Northwest Eye.

MEDICAL COVERAGE THROUGH HEALTHPARTNERS

We offer two medical plan choices through HealthPartners. Here’s how the two plans compare:

$1,000 Plan vs $3,400 HDHP — In‑Network Coverage
Benefit	$1,000 Plan In‑Network Coverage	$3,400 HDHP In‑Network Coverage
Annual Deductible
Individual	$1,000	$3,400
Family	$3,000	$6,800
Out‑of‑Pocket Maximum
Individual	$6,000	$6,000
Family	$12,000	$12,000
Cost of Care
Preventive Care	100%	100%
Convenience Care	$10 Copay	Plan pays 80% after deductible
Office Visit (Primary or Specialist)	$25 Copay	Plan pays 80% after deductible
Mental/Behavioral Health Office Visits	Covered at 100%	Plan pays 100% after deductible
Select Telehealth Providers	Covered at 100%	Covered at 100%
Inpatient Hospital	Plan pays 80% after deductible	Plan pays 80% after deductible
Urgent Care	$25 Copay	Plan pays 80% after deductible
Emergency Room	Plan pays 80% after deductible	Plan pays 80% after deductible
Pharmacy
Generic	$12	$12 (preventive only)
Formulary	$50	$45 (preventive only)
Non‑Formulary	$100	Plan pays 80% after deductible
Specialty Drugs	Plan pays 80% (deductible does not apply) + max out‑of‑pocket of $200 copay	Plan pays 80% after deductible

NOTE: The plan design above includes only in-network coverage. If you choose to see an out-of-network provider, your costs will increase. To see the full plan design details including out-of-network coverage, please view the Summary Plan Description.

Highlighting Variations in the Plan

MEDICAL COVERAGE

The two plans Ascentek offers are distinctly different from one another. You decide what best fits you and your family.

UNDERSTAND YOUR COSTS
Knowing how the costs related to your benefits work with your plan will help you avoid unexpected charges.

Premium: How much is deducted from your paycheck to pay for the plan.
Deductible: The annual amount you’re responsible to pay for care before your plan helps cover costs, not including your premium.
Embedded Deductible: Each family member has an individual deductible, but the family also has a maximum total deductible if multiple family members need medical care during the year. Meaning, if an individual in the family reaches their individual deductible before the family deductible is reached, the plan begins to pay for services for that member.
Copay: A set amount you pay each time you visit the doctor or get a prescription.
Coinsurance: A percent of the bill you pay. Your plan covers the rest.
Out-of-Pocket Maximum: The most you’ll pay for covered care each year.

NEW! All preventive cancer screenings are covered at 100% (no deductible) on Ascentech’s medical plans even when a diagnosis is made.

Teammate Bi‑Weekly Premium Contribution — $1,000 Plan vs $3,400 HDHP
Coverage	$1,000 Plan	$3,400 HDHP
Teammate Bi‑Weekly Premium Contribution
Teammate Only	$102.08	$34.62
Teammate + Spouse	$299.08	$124.15
Teammate + Child(ren)	$223.85	$93.00
Family	$368.53	$178.62

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Telemedicine Benefits from Healthpartners

HEALTHPARTNERS RESOURCES

New for 2026, if you are enrolled in either Ascentek medical plan, Telemedicine through the below providers is covered at 100%, not subject to a deductible or copay. Access care from virtually anywhere with Telemedicine!

Benefits: Dr on Demand vs Teladoc vs Virtuwell
Benefits	DR ON DEMAND	TELADOC	VIRTUWELL
Service Area	National	National	Available for residents in or traveling to: IA, MN, ND, SD, WI
How to Utilize	Download in App Store or online: www.doctorondemand.com	Download in App Store or online: www.teladochealth.com	Online: www.virtuwell.com
What is Treated	Common conditions, mental health, nutrition coaching	Common conditions, mental health & medication management (psychiatry only)	Common conditions
Cost	Covered at 100%	Covered at 100%	Covered at 100%

NEW!

Enhanced Medication Threapy Management!

BE SAFE

Feel confident in using your medicine with your personal pharmacist. New through HealthPartners Medication Therapy Management, pharmacists make sure your medicines are safe to take together. They also help you understand any risks and how to avoid side effects at no additional cost to you.

FEEL GOOD

Taking your medicine or medication consistently is an important step toward reaching your healthiest
self. But, sometimes you might not like all the side effects. When you’re taking medicine that fits your body and lifestyle, you’ll be in control of your health and feel your best.

SAVE MONEY

Whether it’s finding a generic or working with your doctor to get off a medicine, HealthPartners’ pharmacists may be able to help you save money.

Call (952) 967-7969 to schedule a free, in-person or telephone visit with a pharmacist. Or, visit healthpartners.com/mtminfo to learn more.

HealthPartners Resources

If you are enrolled in the Ascentek medical plan, you may take advantage of these FREE resources available to you and your family!

HealthPartners Online Account

Log on or create an account at healthpartners.com or download the myHP app.

Search for doctors in your network
Get cost estimates for care
Check your deductible or out-of-pocket maximum spending
Compare prescription costs
Manage your health with the myHP mobile app

Visit: healthpartners.com/healthsupport or call (952) 883-5469 or (800) 871-9243

Nurse Navigators

Personal support when you need it. Call (952) 883-5000 or (800) 883-2177.

CareLine 24/7 for home treatment and medication advice: (612) 339-3663 or (800) 551-0859
BabyLine 24/7 for pregnancy and newborn questions: (800) 845-9297

Tobacco Cessation

Free program to help you quit. Call (952) 883-7800 or (800) 311-1052 or visit healthpartners.com/hp/healthy-living/health-topics/tobacco-free/

Disease Management

Support for asthma, diabetes, heart disease, and more. Call (952) 883-5469 or (800) 871-9243.

Behavioral Health Navigators

Help connecting with mental health professionals. Call (888) 638-8787.

Fertility & Pregnancy Support

Fertility Coverage

Ascentek covers assisted reproductive treatment with a $30,000 lifetime max:

Artificial insemination (AI)
Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
Two cycles of ICSI and/or IVF
Gamete intrafallopian tube transfer (GIFT)
Zygote intrafallopian tube transfer (ZIFT)

Healthy Baby, Healthy You

If you’re pregnant or thinking about it, we have lots of resources to support you – all at no cost.

Planning and Preparing for Pregnancy

Take the online assessment at healthpartners.com/healthy-pregnancy. Based on your answers, you may get a call from a nurse.

Personalized, Digital Support

Access the My Pregnancy digital experience in your HealthPartners account and myHP app. Topics include staying healthy, trimester expectations, and newborn care.

Other Resources During Pregnancy

24/7 phone support from a nurse – even at 3 a.m. Call (612) 333-2229 or (800) 845-9297.
Text BABY to 511411 for tips (text BEBE for Spanish).

Track your pregnancy with the myHealthyPregnancy app. Visit healthpartners.com/myhealthypregnancy for instructions.

Want to Know More?

Visit healthpartners.com/pregnancysupport

Omada

As a member of the Ascentek medical plan, you and your eligible family members get access to Omada’s digital behavioral health solution at zero cost. Omada is an innovative online health program that helps you develop healthy habits for life, lose weight, and reduce your risk for chronic diseases.

To get started, visit: https://www.omadahealth.com/lubetech and complete a simple questionnaire to find out if you qualify!

Key Benefits of Omada’s Personal Paths Program:

A dynamic user experience to foster better health habits
Tailored learning paths that respond to individual self-identified goals and barriers
Customization that results in higher engagement rates

As Omada evolves, additional factors such as medical acuity and social determinants of health will help further customize each member’s experience to support lasting behavior change.

Start today: https://www.omadahealth.com/lubetech

Hinge Health

As a member of the Ascentek medical plan, you and your eligible family members get access to Hinge Health’s digital exercise therapy programs for back, knee, hip, shoulder, and neck pain at zero cost. It can be done anywhere, anytime, and participants reduce pain by as much as 68%.

When You Sign Up for Hinge Health, You’ll Get:

Real-time feedback to guide exercises and stretches
The Hinge Health app gives you live feedback on your positioning during stretches and exercises
Personalized exercise therapy with guided sessions and progressive difficulty
Unlimited one-on-one health coaching for personalized support via text, email, or call

Questions About Benefits?

Call Member Services at (952) 883-5000 or (800) 883-2177.

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DENTAL COVERAGE THROUGH DELTA DENTAL

Delta Dental In-Network Coverage (PPO and Premier Network)
Category	Coverage
Deductible
Individual	$50
Family	$150
Yearly Maximum
Per Person	$2,000
Benefit Coverage
Preventive & Diagnostic (2 exams/cleanings per year)	100%
Basic Services (Fillings and Extractions)	80%
Endodontics/Periodontics	80%
Oral Surgery	80%
Major Services (Crowns and Dentures)	50%
Major Services (Prosthetic Repairs and Adjustments)	50%
Orthodontia
Benefit Coverage	50%
Lifetime Maximum	$1,000
Age Limit	Up to age 26
Teammate Bi-Weekly Contribution
Teammate	$8.00
Teammate + Spouse	$16.50
Teammate + Child(ren)	$20.50
Family	$26.50

VISION COVERAGE THROUGH EYE MED

EyeMed In-Network Coverage
Category	Details
Deductible
Per Person	None
Services
Frames	$0 Copay, up to $150 Allowance
Contacts (Elective)	$0 Copay, up to $150 Allowance
Contacts (Medically Necessary)	$0 Copay, Covered in Full
Lenses (Single Vision, Lined Bifocal, Lined Trifocal, Lined Lenticular)	Covered in Full, after $25 Copay
Frequency
Lenses*	Every rolling 12 months
Contacts*	Every rolling 12 months
Frames*	Every rolling 12 months
Extra Discounts and Savings
Discounted Laser Vision Correction Glasses and sunglasses Additional prescription glasses and sunglasses, including lens options
Teammate Bi-Weekly Contribution
Teammate	$2.32
Teammate + Spouse	$4.40
Teammate + Child(ren)	$4.63
Family	$6.80

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

If you enroll in the $3,400 High Deductible Health Plan, you are eligible to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) with HealthEquity. You may contribute towards your HSA using pre-tax deferrals taken directly from your paycheck and deposited into your account. You can use this account to pay for eligible medical expenses or allow your funds to accumulate for future expenses. These funds roll over from year to year.

2026 Annual Maximums

Category	Amount
Single	$4,400
Single + Dependent(s)	$8,750
Age 55+ Catch-up Contribution	$1,000

Logging Into Your Portal the First Time:

Go to my.healthequity.com, click “Create username and password”.
Enter the information requested on the “Find your account” screen.
Enter the information asked for on the “Verify your identity” screen.
On the “Set up your login” screen, pick a username of at least six characters with numbers and letters. Choose a password of at least eight characters with an uppercase letter, a lowercase letter, and a number.
Follow password creation recommendations as listed in the log in screen.
On the “Your email settings” screen, enter your email address.
Click the box to agree to the terms of the web site and save the agreement.

Here’s an Example of How an HSA Works:

During your plan year, you put $1,000 in your HSA. This money is not taxed!
Throughout the year, you and your family spend $400 on medical expenses. You pay using your HSA.
$600 is left in your HSA at the end of the year.
Next year, you deposit another $1,000 into your HSA. You now have $1,600.
If you don’t use it all up this year, you can rest easy knowing it will be there for next year.

Rules and Restrictions:

HSA funds can be used for eligible medical expenses incurred by you, your spouse, or dependents.
Eligible expenses are those defined by the IRS and include things like copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, prescriptions, dental and vision care.
You cannot use HSA funds for insurance premiums, except in specific cases like COBRA or long-term care.
HSA contributions are pre-tax, and withdrawals for eligible expenses are tax-free.

Questions? Contact HealthEquity at (866) 346-5800 or email memberservices@healthequity.com.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS (FSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Ascentek’s Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts allow you to use tax-free dollars to reimburse yourself for a wide variety of health and/or dependent care expenses.

General Purpose Health Care FSA	Dependent Care FSA
Who is Eligible: Benefit-eligible teammates who are not contributing to a Health Savings Account	Who is Eligible: All benefit-eligible teammates
Contribution Amount (per year): Up to the IRS limit $3,400	Contribution Amount (per year): Up to $7,500 (with a few exceptions, see IRS Publication 503 for more information)
Eligible Expenses: Qualified health care expenses not covered by your medical, prescription drug, dental or vision plans, such as deductibles, coinsurance, copays and certain over-the-counter drugs. (See IRS Publication 502 for more information.)	Eligible Expenses: Eligible childcare (for children under 13) and elder care expenses, including in-home babysitters, day care, after school care and summer day camp, so you and/or your spouse can work or attend school full-time (see IRS Publication 503 for more information).

Rules and Regulations:

Plan your annual Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) contribution amounts carefully; the election you make when you enroll is binding for the entire plan year unless you have a qualifying life event.
You must incur eligible expenses during the plan year. Our plan year is from January 1–December 31.
If you incur fewer expenses than you expected, you may rollover up to $680 into the following year. This can be in addition to the IRS annual maximum. No action is needed on your part to rollover these funds.
You can’t transfer money from one account to another; money in your Health Care FSA can’t be used for dependent care expenses, and money in your Dependent Care FSA can’t be used for health care expenses.
You can only make changes to your contribution amounts for the Medical and Dependent Care FSA with a qualifying life event. Such changes include: marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of a dependent, or a change in employment status or health coverage of spouse or dependent.

Comprehensive Unum Insurance & Benefits Overview

Life and AD&D Coverage

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance: Full-time and part-time benefit-eligible teammates receive $50,000 coverage at no cost (paid by Ascentek).

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance: Available for teammates, spouses, and children. Cost depends on coverage amount.

Coverage Type	Basic Life & AD&D	Supplemental Life & AD&D
Teammate Benefit	Flat $50,000	$20,000 to $500,000 in $10,000 increments (up to 5x annual earnings)
Spouse Benefit	N/A	$10,000 to $250,000 in $10,000 increments
Child Benefit	N/A	$2,000 to $10,000 in $2,000 increments

Cost of Coverage: Basic coverage paid by Ascentek; supplemental coverage paid by teammate via payroll deduction.

Supplemental Life & AD&D Rates

Age Band	Teammate/Spouse Rate per $1,000	Child Rate per $1,000
Under 25	$0.029	$0.092
25-29	$0.029	$0.092
30-34	$0.033	$0.092
35-39	$0.042	$0.092
40-44	$0.074	$0.092
45-49	$0.136	$0.092
50-54	$0.215	$0.092
55-59	$0.315	$0.092
60-64	$0.516	$0.092
65-69	$0.868	$0.092
70+	$1.268	$0.092

Guaranteed Issue Limits: Teammate $100,000 | Spouse $50,000 | Children Full Guaranteed Issue

Supplemental Hospital Indemnity

Lump sum benefit when admitted to hospital or ICU.
Benefit paid directly to you.
No medical exam required for guaranteed issue.

Coverage	Bi-Weekly Rate
Teammate	$3.79
Teammate + Spouse	$8.66
Teammate + Child(ren)	$5.43
Family	$10.30

Benefits Paid: Hospital Admission $1,000 | ICU $200/day | Hospital Stay $600 (3 days)

Supplemental Accident

Lump sum benefit for injuries from covered accidents.
Paid directly to you.
No medical exam required for guaranteed issue.

Coverage	Bi-Weekly Rate
Teammate	$2.72
Teammate + Spouse	$5.12
Teammate + Child(ren)	$6.23
Family	$8.63

Supplemental Critical Illness

Lump sum benefit for covered critical illness diagnoses or procedures. Paid directly to you.

Age Band	Teammate Rate (Per $10K)	Spouse Rate (Per $5K)
Under 25	$0.83	$0.39
25-29	$1.26	$0.58
30-34	$1.66	$0.75
35-39	$2.34	$1.05
40-44	$3.11	$1.40
45-49	$4.43	$2.00
50-54	$6.91	$3.12
55-59	$9.00	$4.07
60-64	$11.72	$5.30
65-69	$14.70	$6.64
70+	$19.55	$8.83

Disability Coverage & Paid Leaves

Short-Term Disability

Elimination Period: 7 days for injury/sickness
Benefit: 70% of base earnings
Duration: Up to 90 days
Premiums: Paid by Ascentek

Long-Term Disability

Elimination Period: 90 days
Benefit: 60% of monthly earnings (max $5,000)
Duration: Until recovery or Social Security retirement age
Premiums: Paid by Ascentek

Paid Leaves

Parental Leave: 2 weeks at 100% pay
Maternity Leave: Up to 7 weeks at 100% pay (with STD approval)
Military Leave: Up to 4 weeks at 100% pay

Statutory Family and Medical Leave

MN PFML provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave for family or medical reasons, with a maximum of 20 weeks per year.

Income Tier	Benefit %	Explanation
AWW up to 50% of SAWW	90%	You receive 90% of your wage up to 50% of SAWW
AWW from 50%-100% of SAWW	66%	You receive 66% of your wage between 50%-100% of SAWW
AWW exceeding 100% of SAWW	55%	You receive 55% of your wage above SAWW
Max Weekly Benefit	$1,423	Cannot exceed SAWW for 2026

Value Added Services

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Confidential counseling for stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and more
Work/Life balance support: childcare, elder care, financial services, legal questions
Available to teammates, spouses/domestic partners, dependent children, and parents-in-law

Unum Travel Assistance

24/7 worldwide emergency assistance
Medical referrals, legal assistance, and travel support
Phone: (800) 872-1414 | Email: memberservices@assistamerica.com

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Our goal is to ensure every member of your family is protected, including your four-legged family members! You can purchase voluntary pet insurance to help with your pet’s medical expenses. This policy can be purchased at any time during the year. Premiums are paid through payroll deductions.

Plan Design & Coverage

Coverage	Included
Use Any Vet	✔
Accidents (Poisons, cuts, broken bones)	✔
Common Illnesses (Ear infection, rashes, vomiting, diarrhea)	✔
Serious/Chronic Illnesses (Cancer, diabetes, allergies)	✔
Hereditary Conditions	✔
Procedures/Services (Surgeries, Rx meds, testing, hospitalization)	✔

Annual Deductible: $250

Annual Maximum Benefit: $7,500

Sample Bi-Weekly Rate: $18.60 for a 2-year-old female beagle in Golden Valley

How Does Pet Insurance Work?

Visit any veterinarian.
Submit a claim.
After satisfying deductible, receive 50% or 70% reimbursement depending on coverage level selected.

How to Enroll

Enroll online at benefits.petinsurance.com/ascentekservicesllc or call (877) 738-7874. You can also enroll your bird, rabbit, or exotic pet.

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Ascentek encourages teammates to expand their knowledge through education and specialized training. Tuition reimbursement helps you increase your effectiveness on the job while providing financial assistance.

Eligibility & Requirements

Full-time, part-time benefit eligible, and part-time teammates may apply.
Courses must be relevant to your current or future job requirements at Ascentek Services, LLC.
Prior written approval for reimbursement must be obtained from your Leader and the Senior Director of People & Culture before enrolling in the class.

Reimbursement: 100% of tuition cost upon satisfactory completion (grade “C” or better). Books, lab fees, and travel are not covered.

If you receive additional assistance from other sources, Ascentek will reimburse only the portion not covered by those programs.

Repayment to Ascentek

Time Since Payment	Repayment Percentage
Before completing 1 year	100%
After 1 year but before completing 2 years	50%
After completing 2 years	0%

Annual Limit: $5,250 per teammate for tuition reimbursement in a calendar year.

To request reimbursement: Attach a copy of grades and payment confirmation with the form.

Questions? Contact peopleandculture@ascentek.com.

Retirement Savings Plan (401k)

Ascentek’s 401(k) plan helps you save for retirement with automatic enrollment and employer matching. You are eligible to participate starting the first of the month following 30 days from hire. The plan offers flexibility, tax advantages, and investment options to help you reach your retirement goals.

Key Features

Eligibility: All part-time and full-time benefit-eligible teammates age 18 or older can participate and receive the Employer Company Match.
Pretax Contributions: Reduce taxable income and invest more upfront.
Company Match: Ascentek matches up to 4.5% on the first 6% contributed.
Investment Options: Choose from a variety of funds and target-date options.
Auto Enrollment: Teammates are automatically enrolled at a 6% deferral rate unless a different rate is elected.
Flexibility: Make changes to contribution rates and investment choices anytime.
Simplicity: Contributions come directly from your paycheck.

401(k) Match Contributions

Deferral	Match
1%	1%
2%	2%
3%	3%
4%	3.5%
5%	4%
6%	4.5%

Example Contributions

Teammate Contribution %	Teammate Contribution (Per Pay Period)	Ascentek’s Match	Total Contribution
1%	$19.23	$19.23	$38.46
3%	$57.69	$57.69	$115.38
6%	$115.38	$86.54	$201.92

Need Help?

Participants	Phone	Website / Email	Info
Fidelity	(800) 835-5095	www.401k.com	Account info, website assistance, contribution changes
Marsh McLennan Agency	(763) 746-8000	derrick.holmlund@marshmma.com	Investment-related questions

Financial Benefits: SmartDollar

SmartDollar is your free financial wellness benefit! Learn how to ditch money stress, spend less, save more, and eliminate debt—for good.

You’ll Learn How To:

Handle financial emergencies
Eliminate debt
Change spending habits
Tackle money anxiety

Create Your FREE SmartDollar Account in Two Steps:

Go online to smartdollar.com/start
Enter the keyword: Ascentek

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Vacation benefits allow teammates to enjoy rest and relaxation away from work and provide flexibility for personal or family needs. PTO includes vacation, sick, and personal days.

Vacation Accrual

Full-Time Service Years:

Years	Accrual per Pay Period
<1 Year	4.62 Hours
1–4 Years	5.38 Hours
5–9 Years	6.15 Hours
10+ Years	7.70 Hours

Part-Time Service Years:

Months	Accrual per Hour Worked
0–60	.0576 Hours
61–120	.0769 Hours
121+	.0961 Hours

Maximum vacation balance: 120 hours.

Sick and Personal Days

Earn 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year.
Maximum combined sick/personal time: 88 hours annually.
Request time off via the time capture system.

Holiday Schedule (2026)

Holiday	Calendar Date	Observed Date
New Year’s Day	Thursday, Jan 1, 2026	Thursday, Jan 1, 2026
Memorial Day	Monday, May 25, 2026	Monday, May 25, 2026
Independence Day	Friday, July 3, 2026	Friday, July 3, 2026
Labor Day	Monday, Sept 7, 2026	Monday, Sept 7, 2026
Thanksgiving Day	Thursday, Nov 26, 2026	Thursday, Nov 26, 2026
Day After Thanksgiving	Friday, Nov 27, 2026	Friday, Nov 27, 2026
Christmas Day	Friday, Dec 25, 2026	Friday, Dec 25, 2026
New Year’s Day 2027	Friday, Jan 1, 2027	Friday, Jan 1, 2027

On-Demand Pay via UKG Wallet

Access money you’ve already earned with UKG Wallet. Get up to 60% of earned wages instantly and manage your finances smarter.

Access Anytime

Access up to 60% of earned wages (up to $1,000 per pay period or $2,000 with direct deposit on UKG Visa® Card)
Transfer to your bank or card
Get cash at Walmart®
Use Uber® rides, Amazon Cash®
Pay bills directly from the app

Spend Smarter

Easily track earnings, bills, and spending in one place
See what’s safe to spend now
Be alerted of low balance
Auto transfer from earned wages

Save As You Go

Set aside savings with every paycheck
Achieve your savings goals
Talk to financial coaches for advice
Save up to 85% on Rx medicine

Disbursement Types & Fees

Type	Speed	Total Fees
UKG Visa Card with Direct Deposit ($200+ per pay period)	Real-time	$0
UKG Visa Card without Direct Deposit	Real-time	$2.49
Other debit, payroll cards, or Walmart cash pickup	Real-time	$3.49
Bank Transfers	1–3 Business Days	$0

Getting Started

Create a UKG Wallet account with your teammate ID.
Enjoy free unlimited access with direct deposit to the UKG Visa® Card.
For everyone else without direct deposit to the UKG Visa Card, Earned Wage Access program fee is $1 for a day of use or $5 per week.
Additional fees of $0.99 to $1.99 per transaction may apply for instant transfers or Walmart cash pickup.

Support: Call (855) 854-0485 or email ukgwalletsupport@payactiv.com. Visit www.payactiv.com/ukgwallet-help.

Ascentek Cares and Igniter Fund

Ascentek Cares Fund (ACF)

The ACF is a teammate assistance program that exists to support the extended Ascentek family in
times of hardship and emergency. This fund is about keeping our promises to each other and the business
of families we love. This program is funded by Ascentek, teammates, and the Better Tomorrow Foundation,
and is administered by a 3rd party (Provision Bridge). The fund can be used to support teammates and their
families when they face medical challenges, home emergencies, memorial expenses, financial difficulties,
or transportation needs. Find out more by visiting
care.lubetech.com.

Igniter Fund Program

Giving back to the community is part of our DNA. Our teammate giving program—The Igniter Fund—is a
way for you to have ownership in our Community Promise. By donating to a 501(c)(3) of your choice, you can
double your gift to a nonprofit of your choice as Better Tomorrow Foundation will match your donation. You select
a 501(c)(3) you love from one of our categories—Health, Education, and Conservation—to accelerate our
purpose to Make Tomorrow a Little Bit Better than Today. Just like the name “Igniter” says, let’s start something
together.

Program Notes

Only one 501(c)(3) can be selected.
A tax receipt will be issued annually from the Better Tomorrow Foundation.
You can sign up or cancel at any time by going to
ascentekconnect.com
— Menu → Life Events → Igniter Fund Election Change.

Timing & Limits

Financial disbursements will occur in January from prior year gifts.
Up to $2,600 annually through payroll deductions.

Ascentek Perks!

Use the promotional codes below to receive discounts on Ascentek products from our E‑commerce sites. Savings vary by product.

Discount Starter and Alternator

Save up to 15% using code:

TeammatesSave10

discountstarterandalternator.com

Power Oil Center

Save up to 10% using code:

POWEROFTEAMMATE

poweroilcenter.com

Northwest Eye Clinic

Save up to 15% using code:

WYSOFFER

northwest-eye.myeyesstore.com

Medicare Advocacy – Brown & Brown

MEDICARE ADVOCACY

Medicare Advocacy Services from Brown & Brown

An exciting service is available for all teammates and their family members planning for retirement,
approaching Medicare eligibility and/or already Medicare eligible.

Understanding how Medicare works is essential when evaluating what is best for you and your family
regarding health coverage. Working with a Medicare specialist and licensed agent is simple and they are
ready to provide personalized guidance to help you and your family members understand the available
health coverage options.

These educational services are entirely voluntary and available at no cost to you.

Get in touch with Brown & Brown Eligibility Services

Phone: (833) 830-2386
Email: medicareeligibility@bbabsence.com
Medicare Resource Guide: media.bbrown.com/40523/40397/40837/141206/

Contact Information – Benefits/Vendors

Benefit/Vendor	Contact Information	Group #
Medical Plan HealthPartners	(800) 883-2177 or (952) 883-5000 www.healthpartners.com	23032
Dental Plan Delta Dental	(800) 553-9536 or (651) 406-5916 www.deltadentalmn.org	4113
Vision Plan EyeMed	(866) 939-3633 www.eyemedvisioncare.com	1002308
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account HealthEquity	(866) 346-5800 memberservices@healthequity.com	005889
Life/AD&D, Disability & Leave Unum	(866) 868-6737 www.unum.com	Long Term Disability & FMLA – 98563 Short Term Disability – 985639 Life and AD&D Basic Buy Up – 985640 Minnesota Paid Leave – 985891
Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Unum	(866) 679-3054	Accident – 985636 Critical Illness – 985637 Hospital – 985638
Pet Insurance Nationwide	(877) 738-7874 benefits.petinsurance.com/ascentek	N/A
401(k) Retirement Plan Fidelity	(800) 343-3548 www.fidelity.com	52517
People & Culture Ascentek	(763) 746-1412 peopleandculture@ascentek.com ascentekservicesllc.com	N/A
Medicare Advocacy Brown & Brown Eligibility Services	(833) 830-2386 medicareeligibility@bbabsence.com	N/A

Enrollment – How to Enroll

How to Enroll

To make your benefit elections for 2026, simply visit the Ascentek Connect portal at
ascentekconnect.com
and follow these steps:

Enter username and password

If this is your first visit to Ascentek Connect, you will need to login with a default password which is your date of birth
(Ex. If your birthday is January 1, 1980 then your password would be 01011980).
Navigate to “Menu” at the top left corner.
From “Myself” select Life Events.
Select the Description link of the applicable life event session.
The enrollment page will appear.

• To reset your password, reach out to peopleandculture@ascentek.com

Information, overviews, and rates will be accessible as you go through the enrollment screens. The same items can be viewed by
clicking on Company Information, then Electronic Forms. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact People &
Culture at the number in the contact info chart.