Facilities Maintenance Worker

Salary: $44,789.65 - $50,152.64 Annually
Location : Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24FSVS324PC07
Department: Facility Services
Opening Date: 02/12/2024
Closing Date: 2/26/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Facility Services department is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker to join its dynamic downtown team. This position is responsible for maintaining the building grounds, snow removal, performs maintenance tasks, and assists with event setups.
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Location and hours:
This position is located at Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis at 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487. Work hours will be 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work hours for this position may be extended during weekdays, weekends and/or holidays to accommodate the needs of the facility.
About the position type:
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as a Facilities Maintenance Worker.
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In this position, you will:

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building maintenance duties involved in the repair and maintenance of buildings, facilities, and grounds.
• Perform general duties including painting, carpentry, light vehicle service, light plumbing, grounds maintenance, and interior and exterior cleaning of the facilities.
• Maintain and operate a variety of power and hand tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate and maintain large equipment; maintain driveways and other concrete surfaces (e.g., sweeping, snow removal, etc.); shovel and plow snow in extremely cold temperatures.
• Assist building engineer and contractors.
• Operate and maintain small gas engines/equipment.
• Perform janitorial duties; clean and stock restrooms, clean windows, empty trash containers, and collect and dispose of trash from grounds.

Need to have:

• One of the following:
  • One year or more of custodial or general mechanical and Facilities Maintenance experience.
  • Completion of the Building Operations Technician

A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a

Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to work under conditions hazardous to oneself and others; work outdoors in extreme temperatures.

Nice to have:

• Experience:
  • Servicing and repairing snow removal and power equipment.
  • With basic locksmith and door repair duties.
  • Working with customers or clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Knowledge of the use of hand and power tools.

Basic computer skills.

Ability to:

• Operate motorized snow removal equipment.
• Work early and/or extended hours, weekends, and holidays to accommodate the needs of the facilities.
• Communicate effectively with customers, clients, and co-workers.
• Work as a team member and independently to complete assigned work.

About the department:
The Hennepin County Facility Services department provides a full range of facility services for county programs and services. The department:

• Identifies capital needs, responds to and supports capital projects identified by line departments
• Develops and manages projects to construct new buildings, refurbish existing buildings, and maintain infrastructure
• Operates and maintains buildings
• Protects employees, contacts, and property

About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass a background check.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Pajoua Chang
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Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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The requirements of this position are:
This position is located at Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis at 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487. Work hours will be 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work hours for this position may be extended during weekdays, weekends and/or holidays to accommodate the needs of the facility.
A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work under conditions hazardous to oneself and others; work outdoors in extreme temperatures.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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How many full-time equivalent years of custodial or general mechanical and Facilities Maintenance experience do you have?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more

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Describe your custodial or general mechanical and Facilities Maintenance experience, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type "None" in the space provided.
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Have you completed the Building Operations Technician Pathway training program?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have servicing and repairing snow removal and power equipment?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

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Describe your experience servicing and repairing snow removal equipment, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type "None" in the space provided.
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Which of the following lawn and power equipment do you have experience servicing and/or repairing? Check all that apply.

• Blowers
• Hand and power tools
• Skid steer loaders
• Small snow removal equipment (Ventracs)
• Snow blowers
• Other
• None of the above

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For the options you selected above, briefly describe your experience repairing and/or maintaining these tools or performing these duties, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience with basic locksmith and door repair duties?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your basic locksmith and door repair duties, referencing positions listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type "None" in the space provided.
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Have you worked with customers or clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience working with customers or clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds. If you do not have this experience type "None" in the space provided.
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• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County
• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
• Hennepin County job notification emails
• Indeed.com
• Job fair or networking event
• LinkedIn
• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
• Professional association (job board or email)
• Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
• www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com
• Other

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