Building Utilities Mechanic / Full-time / Day

Job Class: Building Utilities Mechanic**

**Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs**

+ **Job ID:** 87321

+ **Location:** Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

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

+ **Regular/Temporary:** Regular

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

+ **Date Posted:** 07/05/2025

+ **Closing Date:** 07/21/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:** Minnesota Dept of Veterans Affairs / Veterans Home - Minneapolis AFSCME (202)

+ **Division/Unit:** Minneapolis Veterans Home / Minneapolis Physical Plant

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift / 7:00 am - 3:30 pm with possible on-call, weekends, holidays, and/or evenings

+ **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $29.49 - $34.01 / hourly; $61,575 - $71,013 / annually

+ **Classified Status:** Classified

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( **:** 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 Minneapolis! 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,** **free** **parking** **and more!**

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Home Minneapolis campus is a 24/7 nursing facility on a 53-acre campus. We are seeking a full-time Buildings Utilities Mechanic for our Physical Plant department. This position performs skilled mechanical work in maintenance, repair, replacement and repair of heating, cooling and mechanical systems. This position works under the guidance of the Power Plant Chief Engineer and Plant Maintenance Engineer Leads.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

+ Ensuring and performing preventative maintenance, service, and repairs on mechanical systems and equipment for operational efficiency 24/7.

+ Preventative maintenance and services on cooling towers, chillers, and pumps.

+ Ensure that hot water temperatures are maintained and inspected for proper operation.

+ Inspect the campus firefighting and alarm systems - such as valves, sprinklers, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, etc.

+ Track and close out work orders through repairs, checking inventory, and tracking equipment history.

+ Assist and provide work direction to trade workers and laborers as needed for project work and service requests.

**_The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth._**

**_The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River._**

**Minimum Qualifications**

**Work Hours:** Monday Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, subject to flexibility outside of normal working hours in emergencies and/or operational needs. May include weekends, evenings, holidays, and being on-call.

To facilitate proper crediting, 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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position:

Must meet the following qualifications listed below:

+ Current MN boiler operator engineer license 2 nd Class Engineer or higher (any grade)

+ 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 trades plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or electrical systems and equipment

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

+ Understand and follow verbal and written instructions sufficient to interpret and carry out assignments in a safe and efficient manner

+ Provide work direction to trade workers and laborers

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Current MN boiler operator engineer licensure 1 st Class or higher (any grade)

+ Experience performing skilled trades work

**Additional Requirements**

This position requires successful completion of the following:

+ 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).

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

+ A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background 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 ... or email ... . Please indicate what assistance is needed.