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Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans' preference. At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.
MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans. MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.
Job Details
Working Title: Electrician / Building Utilities Mechanic
Job Class: Building Utilities Mechanic
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $5,000! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!
This job posting will be used to fill one current at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls. The position will typically work day shift and every fourth weekend. Weekend shift times may vary, such as 6:00am - 2:30pm.
The incumbent of this position will maintain all systems and/or mechanisms relating to boilers, heating, ventilation, domestic hot water, kitchen equipment, nursing equipment, office equipment and patient use equipment at Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls in proper operating condition to insure maximum comfort and efficiency of operation for the users of this facility. In addition, keep other equipment at Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls in a safe and efficient working condition.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Application Details
How to Apply
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 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Salena Ness at salena.ness@state.mn.us or 218-321-2551 .
If you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs' employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employee's name in the Referral Source section of your application. The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus!
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Salena Ness at salena.ness@state.mn.us .
Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Pleaseemail the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number toSalena Ness at salena.ness@state.mn.us no later than the job posting close date.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.
Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans' preference. At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.
MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans. MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.
Job Details
Working Title: Electrician / Building Utilities Mechanic
Job Class: Building Utilities Mechanic
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
- Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted : 1/6/2024
- Closing Date : 1/12/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls
- Division/Unit : Maintenance
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Between the hours of 5:00am-4:30pm
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday, weekends as assigned
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $28.22 - $32.55 / hourly; $58,923 - $67,964 / annually
- Job Class Option : Electrician License
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
- Work Area : Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls
- FLSA Status : Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible : No
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $5,000! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!
This job posting will be used to fill one current at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls. The position will typically work day shift and every fourth weekend. Weekend shift times may vary, such as 6:00am - 2:30pm.
The incumbent of this position will maintain all systems and/or mechanisms relating to boilers, heating, ventilation, domestic hot water, kitchen equipment, nursing equipment, office equipment and patient use equipment at Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls in proper operating condition to insure maximum comfort and efficiency of operation for the users of this facility. In addition, keep other equipment at Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls in a safe and efficient working condition.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Current licensure in Minnesota as a Journeyman or Master Electrician
- Ability to attain licensure in Minnesota as a 2nd Class C boiler operator within the probationary period. (NOTE: an applicant may be considered for a provisional appointment if currently licensed in Minnesota as an electrician but require more than 6 months of additional experience to be able to attain a 2nd Class C boiler operator licensure in Minnesota,)
- 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
- 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
- Skills in using hand and power tools and other trades equipment Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to perform the job duties safely and efficiently
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience performing semiskilled trades work
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). 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 all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
Application Details
How to Apply
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 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Salena Ness at salena.ness@state.mn.us or 218-321-2551 .
If you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs' employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employee's name in the Referral Source section of your application. The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus!
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Salena Ness at salena.ness@state.mn.us .
Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Pleaseemail the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number toSalena Ness at salena.ness@state.mn.us no later than the job posting close date.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.
