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Working Title: General Repair Worker (Evening, Full-time)

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 80581

• Location: Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-time

• Regular/Temporary: Regular

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 10/02/2024

• Closing Date: 10/10/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home - Mpls - AFSCME

• Division/Unit: Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Maintenance Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Evening Shift / 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday

• Travel Required: No

• Salary Range: $26.37 - $30.35 / hourly; $55,061 - $63,371 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified/Unclassified

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

• Work Area: Minneapolis Physical Plant

• 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.

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

The Minnesota Veterans Home - Minneapolis is looking for a full-time General Repair Worker opening on our 53-acre campus.

NOTE: This is an *EVENING position, work hours are 11:30 am - 8:00 pm, Monday - Friday. *

As a General Repair Worker, you will assist trade employees in performing semi-skilled work in a variety of trade areas both in and outdoors. This position frequently works independently and typically repairs various types of equipment as well as building repairs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform minor repairs of plumbing, carpentry, plaster, furniture, ceiling tile and grid, doors, and locks, cut keys, windows and other apparatus.

• Perform minor repairs to W/C, Broda chairs, walkers, and beds.

• Document preventative maintenance tasks.

• Assist in snow removal and salting of campus during winter months.

• Operate vehicles such as trucks, vans, skid steers, and personal lifts to transport and complete needed work.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages career growth.

The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Knowledge of:

General methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (e.g., mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and repair machinery, tools, and facilities in a timely and safe manner. Occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to perform the job duties safely and efficiently.

Ability to:

• Safely use hand and power hand tools.

• Safely operate and maintain trucks, tractors, and other grounds and maintenance equipment.

• Follow instructions and provide work instructions to unskilled helpers.

** This position requires a valid Class D Driver's License.

Additional Requirements

A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

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.