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Facilities Technician (Chief Boiler's License or higher)

Salary

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Location

Various locations in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00240

Division

Metro Transit

Department

Maint of Public Facilities

Opening Date

07/30/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transitis the largest provider of transit service in the Minneapolis-St. Paul seven-county metropolitan area and one of the country's largest transit systems. We operate bus and rail service, essential to the region's mobility, and provide resources for carpooling, van pooling and bike commuting. Metro Transit helps people get where they're going, makes a dent in the region's ever growing congestion and promotes a cleaner environment.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Public Facilities Technicianassists Metro Transit engineering and facilities division to maintain more than 800 bus shelters, 35 light rail stations, 16 transit centers and more within the Twin Cities seven county area. The Facilities Technician maintains, repairs and cleans facilities ranging from daily operation and maintenance of building operating equipment including but not limited to boilers, HVAC equipment, lighting, glass replacement to operating heavy equipment for landscape and snow removal. The Facilities Technician must have a State of Minnesota CH-C (Chiefs) Boiler's License or higher to be considered for this position. Work is performed on day shifts with weekends off.

Hire: $41.69 hourly

After year one: $44.00 (based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)

After year two: $46.32 (Subject to contract change, based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)

This role is eligible to receive a $4,000 Hiring Bonus!

+ $2,000 after the first 30 days of employment, and

+ $2,000 after successfully completing a probationary period.

This posting will establish a six (6) month eligibility pool for current and future openings. It will remain open until all positions are filled.

What you would do in this job

+ Performs fabrication, assembly, installation, repair, cleaning, maintaining, and operating various facilities, equipment, motors, HVAC systems, boilers, exhaust systems and industrial yard equipment.

+ Performs grounds maintenance work, operates equipment for lawn care and snow removal at all Metro Transit facilities, Park and Rides, and other metropolitan locations.

+ Assists painters, electricians and others.

+ Cleans work areas and facilities, indoors and outdoors.

+ Perform snow removal

+ Perform other related duties.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of experience (performing industrial/commercial facility systems maintenance duties, including facility maintenance heating systems and boilers ) and completed education (degree field of study in building maintenance related trade such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, pipefitting or building maintenance ):

+ High school diploma/GED with two (2) years of experience.

+ Associate degree or two (2) year college or vocational school program.

License Requirements:

+ State of Minnesota CH-C (Chiefs) Boiler's License or higher

+ Class A Commercial Driver's License

+ Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

+ Knowledge of the practices and procedures of industrial/commercial facility maintenance and repair.

+ Knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic and digital HVAC controls and systems. Knowledge of the care and supervision in the use of strong chemicals.

+ Knowledge of maintenance and repair of facility systems equipment.

+ Knowledge of and skilled in the use of equipment such as : Bobcat, Toolcat, Ventrac, etc… for snow removal or landscaping

+ Skill in use of computers related to diagnosing or troubleshooting electrical problems.

+ Experience with Microsoft Office software and an understanding of construction design drawings preferred.

+ Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, ability to write routine reports and correspondence, ability to communicate in English.

+ Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among employees. Requires tact, courtesy and cooperation in dealing with others.

What you can expect from us:

+ We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

+ We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement

+ We provide a competitive salary

More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)

Additional information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Union: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)

Grade: Wage Class 76

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive: Yes, subject to random DOT drug tests

Work Environment:Work is performed in Metro Transit facilities, buildings and outdoors. Some travel is required. May require working in wet or hot, humid non-weather conditions, and in high precarious places up to two thirds of the time. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibration, atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation, hazardous materials such as chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and work space restricts movement, and intense noise may occur on the job.

Physical Requirements: May require lifting up to 50 pounds. May work near moving parts or equipment, in the presence of fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations. May also be required to lift more than 100 pounds with assistance.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

+ We review your minimum qualifications and verify WRE's for internal ATU applicants.

+ We rate your education and experience.

+ We conduct a structured panel interview.

+ We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please [email protected].

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

+ Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

+ Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

+ Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

+ Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

+ Well@Work clinic

+ bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

+ parking at many job locations

+ fitness centers at many job locations

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attached a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step.

+ Yes

+ No

02

How did youfirsthear about this job opening?

+ CareerForce Center

+ Community Event/Organization

+ Employee Referral

+ Facebook

+ Glassdoor

+ Indeed

+ Job Fair

+ LinkedIn

+ Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

+ Twitter

+ Website: governmentjobs.com

+ Website: metrocouncil.org

+ Website: metrotransit.org

+ Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

+ Other

03

If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job.ORif you selected 'Employee Referral', indicate the employee's full name and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

04

Select what best describes your education and work experience.

+ A two year vocational school program or Associate's degree in Facility Maintenance or related field and three (3) years' experience in performing industrial/commercial facility systems maintenance duties, including facility maintenance heating systems and boilers in order to achieve chief boilers license.

+ A high school diploma/GED and five (5) years' experience in performing industrial/commercial facility systems maintenance duties, including facility maintenance heating systems and boilers in order to achieve chief boilers license

+ None of the above.

05

Do you have a valid (unexpired) State of Minnesota CH-C (Chiefs) Boiler's License or higher?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Please provide State of Minnesota's Boiler's License number below.

07

Do you have experience with outdoor maintenance (landscaping, snow plowing/removal, irrigation, asphalt/concrete maintenance) and operation of landscape equipment (skid steer, snow plow)?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If yes, describe your experience to include what you did and which employer you gained this experience from.

09

Do you have experience operating and maintaining HVAC Direct Digital Control/Building Automation systems?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If yes, describe the specific types of experience as it relates to hardware, software, points and ancillary equipment.

11

Do you have experience operating and maintaining water source or water to air heat pump systems?

+ Yes

+ No

12

If yes, describe your experience to include what you did and which employer you gained this experience from.

13

Do you have experience operating and maintaining boilers?

+ Yes

+ No

14

If yes, describe your experience to include what you did and which employer you gained this experience from.

15

Do you have experience operating and maintaining air handling units (constant volume, variable air volume, duel duct, reheat and multi zone)?

+ Yes

+ No

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If yes, describe your experience to include what you did and which employer you gained this experience from.

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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