General Repair Worker

This position performs semi-skilled jobs in a variety of trade areas. The incumbent typically replaces parts, makes minor adjustments to machinery, and repairs buildings, equipment, and miscellaneous items. Work is done in accordance with established procedures, and frequent and detailed instructions are given on new or complex work.

This position will maintain and repair buildings and other structures for Metro District in a safe and efficient manner according to all building codes. Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on heating and power equipment, boilers, engines, generators, pumps, compressors, heaters, and motors. Make minor repairs to plumbing, heating, cooling, and air conditioning equipment. Assist building trade’s personnel with various major building construction tasks. Assist with snow/ice removal, mowing and landscaping maintenance. Replace or repair locks and make keys.

WHY WORK FOR US

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Earn 13 paid sick days per year
• Defined pension plan

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• General methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (i.e., mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and to 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 use, operate, and maintain trucks, tractors, and other ground and road maintenance equipment; provide work instructions to unskilled helpers.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, carrying, and bending.

Required:

• Class D Driver’s License

Ability to obtain and maintain:

• Specials Class Engineer’s License.
• DOLI Unlicensed Individual Electrical Work Registration within 6 months.
• DOLI Unlicensed Individual Plumbing Work Registration within 6 months.

APPLY ONLINE BY 5/9/2025:

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers
2. Click “Search open positions”
3. Enter the Job Opening ID “85481” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
4. Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
5. Click “Apply for Job”
6. When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: social media – LinkedIn - job slot.

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.