Mining Aide

** Job Class:
Mining Aide*
* ** Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources*
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** Job ** : 92023

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** Location** :
Hibbing

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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

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** Date Posted** : 02/19/2026

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** Closing Date** : 03/11/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Department of Natural Resources

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** Division/Unit** :
Lands and Minerals Division

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $20.32 - $27.90 / hourly; $42,428 - $58,255 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

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** Work Area** :
Hibbing Lands and Minerals Office

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
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 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fille one (1) full-time Mining Aide in Hibbing. This position exists to provide operational services for building and grounds at the Hibbing Lands and Minerals office and facility. A significant component of the operational duties will be within the state drill core library. Other work may include assisting Division staff as needed on special projects.

This position requires the skills necessary to operate mobile equipment and industrial machinery at the facility as well as to also identify and perform or assist with general repairs and maintenance to all buildings and grounds at the Hibbing Lands and Minerals office, ensuring a safe, secure and satisfying environment for staff and the public.

Responsibilities:

+ Perform operations, janitorial, maintenance and other facility support as part of the Mineral Operations team for the Hibbing Minerals facility and grounds, to ensure a safe, clean, secure and satisfying environment for staff and visitors.

+ Work at the Drill Core Library in conjunction with other Divisional staff including transporting and reshelving drill core boxes weighing (typically weighing 30-50 pounds), with or without reasonable accommodation.

+ Work on special projects as required including mine fencing repair, sample collecting, sample preparation, and organization of Division data, records, and maps.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Knowledge of building maintenance functions and possessing basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, construction, mechanics, etc. to perform maintenance and repairs at the Hibbing Minerals facility.

+ Ability to operate snow and lawn equipment to effectively maintain grounds associated with the office.

+ Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot and do minor repairs on equipment including industrial riding lawn mower, forklift, chainsaw, scissor lift, tool cat, and plow truck.

+ Basic knowledge of computer software, such as Microsoft Office sufficient to enter field and sample data and prepare simple queries and reports.

+ Effective communication skills to interact with the public, division staff along with other state, federal and local units of government, and related segments of private industry.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Working knowledge of surveying principles and maps sufficient to interpret topographic base mapping, navigate in the field, and locate property boundaries with minimal assistance from others.

+ Grounds, building and maintenance, and janitorial experience.

+ State of Minnesota Special Class Engineer Boiler License.

** Additional Requirements*
* This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age of older with a valid driver's license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency.

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 Reviews

+ Criminal History…