Buildings and Grounds Technician

Dodge Nature Center; West Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dodge Nature Center in West St. Paul, MN, is seeking a Facilities Maintenance worker to care for buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment. The primary work location is Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove, with duties at both the Main West St.

Paul property and Cottage Grove. Responsibilities include general building upkeep—cleaning, changing light bulbs, painting, light plumbing—and grounds work such as mowing and trail maintenance to keep the campus safe, welcoming, and ready for environmental

Job description

Position Overview

Dodge Nature Center and Preschool is a non-profit dedicated to providing quality environmental education programs on its 460-acre nature preserve in West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, and Cottage Grove. Dodge has a nature based preschool (Dodge Nature Preschool) on the Main Property in West St. Paul. This role will carry out daily assignments related to the care of buildings, grounds, vehicles, and equipment. The primary report to work location is Dodge Nature Center: Shepard Farm in Cottage Grove supporting maintenance and care. Work will take place at both the Main West St. Paul location along with Cottage Grove location.

Job Functions and Key Responsibilities

• Building and Grounds Maintenance: 75% Perform general building maintenance which can include cleaning, changing light bulbs, painting, light plumbing, and other related maintenance activities. Assist in mowing, weed whipping and grounds maintenance to keep all lawns and trails groomed and to make the si...