Repair Worker - Grounds ​/ General Repair Worker

• Job : 96518
• Location
  :
  White Bear Lake
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 08/21/2026
• Closing Date
  : 09/03/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Minnesota State / Century College
• Division/Unit
  :
  MnSCU Century Lakewood CC / MnSCU Century CTC Class/C
• Appointment Type
  :
  Unlimited, Fulltime
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift / 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $27.24 - $31.35 / hourly
• 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.

Under general supervision, perform semi-skilled jobs in a variety of trade areas. Employee replaces parts, makes minor adjustments to machinery, and repairs buildings, equipment and miscellaneous articles. Employee also performs the installation, maintenance and repair of locks, doors, and hardware; opening of locks on doors and safes, changing of lock combinations, resolving immediate operational and or safety concerns, assisting other skilled trades, and ensuring that tools and materials are available at jobsite, also perform demolition on certain projects and assist with snow removal.

Research parts and materials for purchase. Helps maintain attic stock. Work is done in accordance with established procedures, and frequent and detailed instructions are given on new or complex work. This position combines groundskeeping and repair and maintain of campus grounds equipment, campus vehicles and related power components.

• Performs general maintenance and repair of campus buildings, equipment, and grounds, including minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, flooring, ceiling, door hardware, and equipment repairs. Diagnoses equipment and system issues, plans and documents repair work, and completes work orders with follow-up to ensure quality and customer satisfaction. Assists supervisors, licensed trades, and the Facilities Electrician on construction, renovation, and major maintenance projects, including painting, drywall and plaster repair, tile installation, concrete work, and demolition.
  
  Installs, assembles, moves, and refurbishes furniture and campus equipment to support daily operations. Maintains grounds, athletic fields, sidewalks, parking lots, and outdoor spaces; performs snow removal; supports campus event setup and teardown; conducts preventative maintenance; orders parts and schedules major repairs; reports facility deficiencies; and responds to emergency and after-hours maintenance needs to ensure safe, efficient campus operations.
• Office, classroom, and event setup and teardown responsibilities include installing and removing equipment such as staging, tables, chairs, podiums, and other furnishings; coordinating with administrative and staff personnel on special events requiring unique arrangements; promptly communicating issues to supervisors and event schedulers; preparing and executing detailed event plans; and ensuring compliance with insurance, legal, and safety requirements. Duties also encompass campus grounds repair and maintenance, including landscaping, storm water systems, rain gardens, parking lots, pervious pavements, athletic fields, plantings, trees, and snow removal.
• Serve as an effective team member within the Facilities Management Division by supporting teamwork and complying with campus and division policies, procedures, and mission statements. Maintain professional working relationships and clear communication with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, staff, faculty, and administration. Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Act requirements and complete all required training, testing, and certifications. Participate in working group meetings, provide constructive input to improve safety and operations, and collaborate to complete projects and repairs efficiently to minimize downtime.
  
  Maintain a clean, safe work environment and shop, accurately create, complete, and close work orders, submit timely and accurate timesheets, and perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of general methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (e.g. mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and to repair machinery, tools, and facilities in a timely and safe manner.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
• Ability to safely use hand and power hand tools.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain trucks,…