What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Maintenance Helper/Worker position at St. Louis County, Minnesota?
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Please note, the schedule for this position is as follows:
Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
Employees working a regular shift commencing between the hours of 2:00 pm and 10:00 pm shall, in addition to their hourly pay, receive a shift differential equal to $.90 per hour.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026.
The full salary range, including longevity pay for Building Maintenance Helper is $25.48 - $35.46 per hour.
The full salary range, including longevity pay for Building Maintenance Worker is $28.19 - $39.56 per hour.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.An employee in this class assists in performing a variety of installation and repair work required to maintain the mechanical, electrical and structural components of County facilities. Duties include assisting in maintaining plumbing, heating and ventilation systems and fixtures; and preventive maintenance and repair. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Near and midrange vision; depth perception; field of vision; visual accommodation; color vision; talk/speak; walk and work inside. FREQUENT: Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; far vision; hear; bend neck; climb stairs; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; move about; reach; reach above shoulder; rotate neck; sit; stand; stoop/bend; twist at waist; turn wrists; extreme heat and noise; and work with or around others. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb ladders; crawl; crouch; kneel; maintain posture; squat; static neck position; taste/smell; exposure to weather; extreme wet or humid conditions; vibration; mechanical and electrical hazards; burns; confined spaces; elevated or slippery surfaces; moving objects; work alone; shift work; extended days and driving.BUILDING MAINTENANCE HELPER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
Possession of appropriate level operating engineer’s license as determined by the psi and horsepower ratings of the boiler(s) in assigned County facility in which the vacancy exists.
Note: At the discretion of the hiring authority, the successful candidate may be considered for appointment at the Building Maintenance Worker level, contingent on minimum qualifications and department need. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Office or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Please note, the schedule for this position is as follows:
Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
Employees working a regular shift commencing between the hours of 2:00 pm and 10:00 pm shall, in addition to their hourly pay, receive a shift differential equal to $.90 per hour.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026.
The full salary range, including longevity pay for Building Maintenance Helper is $25.48 - $35.46 per hour.
The full salary range, including longevity pay for Building Maintenance Worker is $28.19 - $39.56 per hour.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.An employee in this class assists in performing a variety of installation and repair work required to maintain the mechanical, electrical and structural components of County facilities. Duties include assisting in maintaining plumbing, heating and ventilation systems and fixtures; and preventive maintenance and repair. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Near and midrange vision; depth perception; field of vision; visual accommodation; color vision; talk/speak; walk and work inside. FREQUENT: Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; far vision; hear; bend neck; climb stairs; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; move about; reach; reach above shoulder; rotate neck; sit; stand; stoop/bend; twist at waist; turn wrists; extreme heat and noise; and work with or around others. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb ladders; crawl; crouch; kneel; maintain posture; squat; static neck position; taste/smell; exposure to weather; extreme wet or humid conditions; vibration; mechanical and electrical hazards; burns; confined spaces; elevated or slippery surfaces; moving objects; work alone; shift work; extended days and driving.BUILDING MAINTENANCE HELPER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
- One (1) year full-time paid verifiable experience in the maintenance and repair of multi-unit, commercial, industrial or institutional buildings; or three (3) years as a General Maintenance Worker.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Note: Upon completion of two consecutive, full-time years of service as a Building Maintenance Helper; a satisfactory performance rating in the most recent rating period; and recommendation of the department head, the employee shall be authorized promotion to the Building Maintenance Worker classification.
BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
- Four (4) years full-time paid verifiable experience in the maintenance and repair of multi-unit, commercial/industrial or institutional buildings, including building management systems.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Possession of appropriate level operating engineer’s license as determined by the psi and horsepower ratings of the boiler(s) in assigned County facility in which the vacancy exists.
Note: At the discretion of the hiring authority, the successful candidate may be considered for appointment at the Building Maintenance Worker level, contingent on minimum qualifications and department need. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
- Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 10-14.
- Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:
- September 3, 2026 - Applicant screening will begin
- The week of September 21, 2026 - Supplemental question scoring to be completed
- The week of October 5, 2026 - Interviews to be conducted
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Office or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
- Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
- Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
- Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
- Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.
PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Salary : $25 - $34