**Working Title: Buildings & Grounds Worker** **Job Class: Buildings & Grounds Worker** **Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources** + **Job ID** : 86787 + **Location** : _Tettegouche State Park + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Intermittent + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 06/13/2025 + **Closing Date** : 07/03/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources + **Division/Unit** : Parks and Trails + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : 8:00am - 4:30pm + **Days of Work** : Varies + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $20.21 - $24.42 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrepresented + **FLSA Status** : Non-exempt + 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. The Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one (1) permanent, intermittent (10%)(on-call, as needed) Building and Grounds Worker position located at Tettegouche State Park, near Silver Bay, MN. This position exists to provide visitor services for Tettegouche Operations, made up of Tettegouche, George H. Crosby-Manitou State Parks and Finland and Eckbeck State Forest Recreation Areas. It is responsible for performing tasks necessary to maintain buildings, grounds, and facilities and for the protection of natural and cultural resources and the enjoyment of visitors. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: + To perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and rehabilitation work on the park’s facilities, buildings, and grounds, so that the facilities and buildings are safe, clean, and attractive, so that park visitors may have a safe and enjoyable experience and the natural resources are protected and preserved in a safe and sanitary condition at all times. + To perform routine maintenance and do minor repairs on equipment and shop facilities so that they are safe and in top conditions for use at all times. + Collaborate in the development and implementation of enforcement and emergency services in the park so that park resources, facilities, visitors, and staff are protected. + Collaborate on planning and policy development efforts so that the Department vision, Division of Parks and Recreation mission, and the goals and objectives of the park are realized. + To perform operational tasks so that the park may serve the public in a safe, sanitary and operable manner at all times. + To keep accurate records on equipment, buildings, work progress, and time sheets so that the Park’s operation will be efficient and orderly. + To perform summer and/or winter maintenance on all park trails so that they are safe and in good condition for use by the public at all times. **Minimum Qualifications** + Knowledge of cleaning methods, techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to prepare cleaning solutions and compounds, operate cleaning equipment, and perform minor repairs. + Knowledge of basic building fixtures (doors, locks, windows) and ground structures (fences, signs, flag poles) sufficient to perform minor maintenance and installation work. + Knowledge of hand and power tools sufficient to safely and effectively operate and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs. + Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team. + Ability to provide written information and instructions to the public and other employees. + Ability to effectively communicate with the public and other employees. + Ability to operate a motor vehicle, tractor, heavy equipment, ATV, chain saw, lawn mower, small hand tools, and other equipment and tools. + Ability to read and comprehend instructions on labels, in instruction manuals, and procedures, etc. sufficient to use materials/chemicals correctly and safely. + Ability to operate a phone, two way radio, computer and other office equipment. + Ability and willingness to work alone at night, including in remote areas. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience operating any of the following: tractor, heavy equipment, snowmobile, snow blower, ATV (all-terrain vehicle), chain saw, tree planter, and/or stump remover. + Experience performing routine maintenance on small engines, vehicles and other equipment and tools. + First aid and CPR training. + Security training certification and/or work experience. + Basic Chainsaw certification. + Basic Wildland firefighting certification. + Work experience safely loading and pulling a utility trailer on public roadways. + Experience repairing and replacing Sloan water valves or equivalent. + Working knowledge of Recreation Dynamics Campground Reservation System or experience with an equivalent system. + Experience operating and repairing equipment such as chain saws, motor vehicles, lawn mowers and small hand tools. **Additional Requirements** This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record. Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status). It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + Conflict of Interest Review + Criminal History Check + Education Verification + Employment Reference / Records Check + License / Certification Verification 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.