Job Class: Building Utilities Mechanic

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 79555

• Location : Moose Lake

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/05/2024

• Closing Date : 09/11/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS Moose Lake AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Direct Care & Treatment / MSOP Maintenance / MSOP ML Building Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $29.49 - $34.01 / hourly; $61,575 - $71,012 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• Work Area : MSOP ML Building Services

• 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 Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

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 Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides comprehensive services to 740 civilly committed clients. Services include sex offense specific treatment, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming, and volunteer services.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is seeking an individual to join our team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Building Utilities Mechanic for our Moose Lake, MN location.

The Building Utilities Mechanic is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repairs on water, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry, electrical and laundry/kitchen equipment for the facility physical plant.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting other skilled craft workers including plumbers and mechanical trades to maintain and repair systems which directly impact the operation and security of the facility which includes domestic water, sanitary and storm sewer systems, fire sprinklers, and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) piping systems

• Assist the Plumber and PME’s in the maintenance and repair of facility underground utilities within the MSOP Moose Lake property

• Maintaining facility operations by assisting other trades areas in the completion of work requests, preventative maintenance and construction projects

• Update fire extinguishers and eye wash stations

• Record all work performed in the Archibus System so all hours worked can be recorded and an accurate account of hours kept

Minimum Qualifications

Must meet the following qualifications listed below:

• Possess at least one of the following licenses:

• Journeyman or Master Plumber license

• Boiler license special engineers or higher

• Power Limited Technician License

• Journey worker electrician license or Master electrician license

• Type I, Type II or Universal Refrigerant certification

• Knowledge and skills in the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in trades work sufficient to assist skilled trades staff in the completion of assigned projects

• Skills in using hand and power tools and other trades equipment

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to safely and efficiently perform the job duties

Ability to:

• Perform semi-skilled trades work sufficient to complete minor trades plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or electrical systems and equipment

• Perform minor repairs and adjustments to machinery and equipment including the general maintenance and minor repairs of buildings

• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions sufficient to interpret and carry out assignments in a safe and efficient manner

• Provide work direction to unskilled helpers

Please Note: Resume must reflect each of the qualifications listed above.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned

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.