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Working Title: Drilling and Survey Assistant

Job Class: Laborer-Trades & Equipment

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 81728

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/13/2024

• Closing Date : 12/03/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : Ecological and Water Resources

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Travel required up to 5 days per week. Usually only several days per week.

• Salary Range: $25.57 - $29.49 / hourly; $53,390 - $61,575 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - AFSCME

• Work Area: St Paul Region

• 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.

The Division of Ecological and Water Resources is seeking to hire a permanent full-time Drilling and Survey Assistant located in Saint Paul. This position performs technical work on the Ecological and Water Resources well drilling crew and survey crew to aid in the collection and processing of sound hydrologic, geologic, and land survey data to support science-based water resources management decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• To support the operation and maintenance of DNR Ecological and Water Resources’ stream, lake and ground water data collection programs so that sound data is available for water resources management planning and problem solving

• To assist in the organization, compilation and management of DNR Ecological and Water Resources’ water monitoring data so that data are easily retrievable.

• To perform other assigned tasks so that priority technical support services are delivered professionally.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to acquire a class A or B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of employment.

• Ability to communicate and work effectively as a team member and consistently conduct oneself in a cooperative and courteous manner.

• Ability to exercise good independent judgment in determining the most efficient method of completing requested fieldwork or office tasks.

• Good communication skills and human relation skills.

• Ability to complete job duties during all four seasons and in adverse weather and environmental conditions.

• Ability to safely operate and perform routine maintenance and repairs on augers, outboard motors, snowmobiles, ATVs, pumps, generators, power and hand tools and other equipment/tools as assigned.

• Ability to safely operate and maintain medium motorized equipment including hauling heavy/tandem trailers and backing and maneuvering in awkward locations.

• Personal skills to work independently and solve problems in remote locations.

• Ability to document field activities with clear detailed note taking following written protocols.

• Knowledge of standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets and databases sufficient to create and modify them.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to complete tasks in the absence of the Drilling and Survey Hydrologist Supervisor, write clear and detailed notes, communicate clearly, and interact positively with private landowners and others.

• Experience installing and maintaining hydrologic monitoring equipment.

• Experience with determining elevations and/or land surveying.

• Current Class A or B (Commercial) Driver's License.

• Experience with drilling equipment or constructing and installing groundwater wells.

• Experience using welding equipment.

• Familiarity with State of Minnesota Well Code.

• Experience with data entry and quality control.

Additional Requirements

This position requires current possession of a valid Class A or B license or the ability to obtain one in the first 6 months of employment. The selected applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and will be included in the ongoing DNR random drug and alcohol test program.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

· Conflict of Interest Review

· Criminal History Check

· Education Verification

· Employment Reference / Records Check

· License / Certification Verification

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.