Building Utilities Mechanic

• Job : 96535
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 08/21/2026
• Closing Date
  : 09/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  : MN St Colleges & Universities / Moorhead State Univ-AFSCME
• Appointment Type
  :
  Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Not Applicable Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $33.19 - $38.46 / hourly; $69,300 - $80,304 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

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.

Position

Purpose:

This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of campus HVAC and building automation systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable environmental control throughout all facilities. The role performs preventive maintenance, responds to service requests, monitors and adjusts building automation and energy management systems, and maintains HVAC equipment, controls, chillers, and related components. Responsibilities include diagnosing system issues, maintaining accurate records, supporting regulatory and safety compliance, and helping optimize energy efficiency.

The position also assists with estimating project needs, supporting other trades, maintaining equipment spaces, and performing additional duties as assigned. Professionalism, customer service, teamwork, continuous improvement, and effective use of technology are essential to success in this role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid driver’s license.
• 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.
• Ability to perform semi-skilled trades work sufficient to complete minor trades plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments to machinery and equipment including the general maintenance and minor repairs of buildings.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions sufficient to interpret and carry out assignments in a safe and efficient manner.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class B with air brake endorsement within 6 months.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Skill in locating and adjusting/repairing defects in pneumatic and electric systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret sketches, diagrams and blueprints.
• Knowledge of the principles of state heating and ventilating codes, state steam-fitting code, OSHA and computerized HVAC control systems. (Should have had training and certificate for pneumatic control, electronic controls, and hydronic systems maintenance.)
• Working knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics and electrical systems.
• Basic understanding of E‑mail, scheduling and computer monitoring equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to accomplish the physical requirements which includes walking, standing, stooping, lifting (up to 75 lbs unassisted), reaching, bending, pushing or pulling, carrying climbing/balancing.
• Turn valves with 80-foot-pounds of pressure.
• Working conditions and physical surroundings which include working inside, outside or both; areas which have noise/vibrations; in areas which are dusty/poorly ventilated, work from ladders, platforms or bucket trucks.

Other Requirements:

• The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time.