Working Title: General Repair Worker

Job Class: General Repair Worker

Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID : 84690

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/07/2025

• Closing Date : 03/17/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Minneapolis TC-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : MnSCU Minneapolis TC / MnSCU Minneapolis TC Prof/Supr

• Appointment Type : Unlimited, Full-time

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 6:00am - 2:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.37 - $30.35 / hourly; $55,060 - $63,370 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

• Work Area : Facilities

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing semi-skilled jobs in a variety of trade areas and for the upkeep of the lawns, sidewalks, entryways and parking ramp/lot services.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Make minor repairs and adjustments to plumbing fixtures, water and drain lines, electrical systems, lighting and equipment, walls and floors, cabinets, furniture, shelves, doors, locks, and machines of various kinds.

• Maintain lawns so that they remain aesthetically pleasing. Operate and maintain equipment including push mowers, riding mowers, trimmers and blowers.

• Report any defective, broken, or unsafe equipment to your supervisor. Attach tag on the handle of the equipment stating problem, date, and name of person reporting the problem. Clear snow and ice from campus sidewalks, ramps, parking lots and driveways so that users may move safely about the campus. Operate and maintain equipment including snow blowers, sweepers and bobcat.

• Remove trash and debris from campus grounds to ensure a clean hazard and vermin-free environment by manually collecting and hauling refuse to dumpsters.

• Operate and maintain forklifts to load and unload trucks, and to move materials and equipment throughout campus.

• Use phone and computer systems including e-mail, work order system, voice messaging, preventive maintenance schedules, and perform related work as directed by supervisor.

• Responsible for checking and responding to the work order system, email and voicemail twice during each shift, once at the start of the shift and once immediately following lunch break.

• Perform as a safe and efficient team member of the Facilities Department so that all the goals of the department are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of motorized equipment and tools sufficient to operate them and perform simple repair and maintenance on them.

• Knowledge of methods of lawn and garden care sufficient to mow, fertilize, weed, seed and sod as necessary.

• Knowledge of construction sufficient to construct and repair simple structures.

• Knowledge of general methods of practices of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry trades.

• Ability to perform semi-skilled work in a number of trade areas and to assist with more difficult work.

• Ability to operate, maintain and make ordinary repairs of tools, machinery and equipment.

• Ability to follow and respond to oral and written instructions and communications.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly engage in bending, lifting (up to 25 pounds), and maneuvering tasks.

• Navigate uneven terrains while moving from place to place.

• Maintain seated or standing positions for prolonged duration.

• Frequently transport heavy equipment across campus property.

Additional Requirements

• In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

• Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.