General Repair Worker

Job Class: General Repair Worker

Working Title: General Repair Worker

2 Positions Available

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/11/2022
• Closing Date: 04/01/2022
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Range TC-Hibbing-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Hibbing TC / MnSCU Hibbing TC Classified
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $23.33 - $26.86/hourly; $48,713 - $56,083/annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
• Work Area: Maintenance
• Location: Hibbing Community College, Hibbing
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Hibbing Community College is seeking a to fill two (2) permanent, full-time General Repair Worker positions. These positions exist to perform general repair duties, preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs to college building components, physical plant, energy management systems, auxiliary generator, college equipment, plumbing and utilities. These positions will also assist in minor construction projects, remodeling and related duties for campus.

This posting is to fill two positions.

• Pending HLC and Board of Trustees approval

• Knowledge of general methods and practices of a variety of trade areas such as mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing and carpentry sufficient to assist licensed trade workers and to repair machinery, tools and facilities in a timely and safe manner.
• Ability to safely use hand and power hand tools.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain trucks, tractors and other ground and road maintenance equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to provide work instructions to unskilled helpers.
• Pass background checks if has access to a master key with entry of student housing.
• Commitment to diversity as well as a demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons of diverse backgrounds including sensitivity to their needs and concerns.
• Excellent human relations skills, work habits and self-motivation.
• Valid Minnesota Driver's Licence.
• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.
  • Ability to perform work functions using ladders and scaffolding, etc.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and 50-100 lbs. on occasion (with assistance as available).
  • Capable of frequent standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

• Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid boiler license.
• Two years or more of custodial experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, customer service skills, and the ability to deal with routine and non-routine issues in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment under limited supervision.
• Basic computer skills.
• Possess an understanding of preventative maintenance as a means to reduce major malfunctions.
• Ability to keep simple records and perform assigned tasks with limited work direction

This position requires successful completion of the following:

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MinnState) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MinnState's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kerri Dahl at kerri.dahl@mesabirange.edu or 218/749-7767.

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 Carmen Bradach, VP of Human Resources at 218-749-7743 or email c.bradach@mesabirange.edu. Please indicate what assistance is needed.