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Working Title: Maintenance Assistant

Job Class: General Repair Worker OR Building Utilities Mechanic-Electrical

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

+ **Job ID** : 89325

+ **Location** : Preston

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 10/04/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 10/16/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston

+ **Division/Unit** : Preston Veterans Home / Maintenance

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. / 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. / 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

+ **Days of Work** : Varies, including every other weekend

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Building Utilities Mechanic Salary Range:** $29.93 - $34.52 / hourly; $62,493 - $72,077 / annually

+ **General Repair Worker Salary Range:** $26.77 - $30.81 / hourly; $55,896 - $64,331 / annually

+ **Job Class Option** : Electrician License for Building Utilities Mechanic job class

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **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 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.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Preston! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $5,000 if hired as a Building Utilities Mechanic! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!

This vacancy is being announced at both the Building Utilities Mechanic and General Repair Worker levels. Only one position will be filled, and the job classification level of the position will be determined based on the selected finalist's qualifications.

The Maintenance Assistant is a key position responsible for completing repair, maintenance, renovation as needed, and construction work to maintain and enhance the appearance, health, safety and function of the campus.

As a Maintenance Assistant you will:

+ Install, maintain, and repair water, plumbing, heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) systems, building systems, and mechanical and electrical equipment.

+ Assist the Building Maintenance Director in day-to-day building maintenance operations including estimating material and labor/time needed to complete repairs and maintenance work.

+ Maintain the boiler system, as allowed by licensure, including checking and logging operations, shift operation, and the replacement or repair of valves as necessary.

+ Perform campus groundskeeping duties, including lawn care and snow removal, which requires a current, valid driver's license to drive a state vehicle.

This position is designated as full-time and primarily day shift. The position is initially eligible for a full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

_Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._

General Repair Worker

To qualify for further consideration as a General Repair Worker, you must have:

+ Current, valid driver's license

+ Ability to attain licensure in Minnesota as a 2nd Class C boiler operator within the probationary period

+ Knowledge of the general methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (e.g. plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanics, and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and maintain/repair machinery, tools and facilities in a timely and safe manner

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

+ Ability to safely use hand and power hand tools

+ Ability to understand and follow instructions sufficient to interpret and carry out assignments in a safe and efficient manner

Building Utilities Mechanic

To qualify for further consideration as a Building Utilities Mechanic, you must have:

+ Current licensure in Minnesota as a Journey Electrician or Master Electrician

+ Current, valid driver’s license

+ Ability to attain licensure in Minnesota as a 2nd Class C boiler operator within the probationary period

+ 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 repairs to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or electrical systems and equipment

+ Ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments to machinery and equipment including the general maintenance and minor repairs of buildings

+ Ability to understand and follow instructions sufficient to interpret and carry out assignments in a safe and efficient manner

Preferred Qualifications

+ Current licensure in Minnesota as a Journey Electrician or Master Electrician

+ Current licensure in Minnesota as a 2nd Class C boiler operator

+ Education, training or experience with HVAC systems

+ Experience in plumbing, HVAC, building automation and/or commercial kitchen and laundry repair

Additional Requirements

+ A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

+ A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

+ Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

+ Finalists will be required to pass a driver's license check.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.