Plumber

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 8/13/2026
• Closing Date: 10/20/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Corrections Dept / Corrections-Rush City-AFSCME
• Division/Unit:
  Minn Corr Facl
  - Rush City / RC Building Maintenance Supv
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $34.16 - $39.66 / hourly; $71,326 - $82,810 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes
• Job
• Location:
  
  Rush City
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community.

No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

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.

As Plumber, under general supervision and with guidance from the Plumber Chief, an employee in this class performs skilled new plumbing installation and extension, replacement, alteration, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, drains, fittings, hydrants, valves, plumbing, heating fixtures, traps, and gas supply distribution according to specifications in the State Plumbing code. An employee in this class may train and direct the work of laborers, other maintenance employees, and other helpers.

Performs related work as required.

• Possession of a Minnesota Journey‑level Plumber License.
• Possession of a valid Drivers License, which may be required for specific job assignments.

• Facility or plant maintenance experience as a Journey‑level Plumber
• At least two years of experience performing preventive maintenance work.
• Experience in soldering, pro‑press and techniques attaching old plumbing to modern plumbing.
• Experience in welding, soldering, and machining.

The completion of pre‑placement physical components may be required for this position. These components may consist of a tuberculosis screening, commercial drivers license (CDL) drug test, and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist may also be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Tracy Larsen at tracy.c.larsen.us

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion…