Fire Buildings Repairer

Do you want to play an important role in protecting the life and property of the people of Saint Paul? We’re looking for a Fire Buildings
Repairer to join the Saint Paul Fire Department. Having a good overall maintenance or construction background will help you to troubleshoot many different types of needs within the department such as HVAC, garage door, and appliance repair.

• Performs preventive maintenance and repair work of building structures, heating/air conditioning/plumbing systems, equipment, machinery, appliances, furniture and fixtures.
• Maintains and operates a Building Automation System (BAS).
• Fabricates equipment parts from raw stock such as special sheet metal ducts, metal frames, racks and shelving, signs, cabinets, tools, equipment boxes, and training equipment.
• Operates equipment such as snow blowers, snowplows, forklifts, and lawn mowers to maintain facilities.
• Maintains appropriate records on boilers, work orders, inventory, etc.
• Reads and interprets shop drawings, diagrams, maintenance manuals, and blueprints.
• Provides assistance to and coordinates the work of contractors, trades, maintenance, and other department staff.
• For more information and essential functions, see our Fire Buildings Repairer job description.

Works out of the Fire Maintenance Shop, at 676 Bedford St. Saint Paul, but conducts repair work at multiple fire buildings. Works alongside trades staff including a painter and carpenter, as well as another Fire Buildings Repairer. The typical working schedule is 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on site, with no remote work available.

We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

• Must possess a Special Engineer Boiler License.
• Two years of experience in the construction, maintenance, or repair of building structures and mechanical equipment.
• Must possess a Type I and II Refrigeration Technician Certification approved by the Environmental Protection Agency within six months of the date of appointment

• Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position will require a driver’s license check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

Diane Turnbull at

Email: diane.turnbull

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.  for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.