Maintenance Technician – Building Utilities (Electrical) – Day Shift

State of Minnesota; Montevideo (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New hire bonus

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs' Montevideo Veterans Home is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform repair, maintenance, renovation and construction tasks to keep campus facilities safe and functional. The role combines general trades support with hands-on mechanical and electrical work in a day-shift schedule.

Candidates should have knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry methods, possess a valid driver's license for grounds tasks, and be able to follow

Qualifications

• Knowledge of trades across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanics and carpentry to assist licensed trades workers.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Requires a valid driver’s license for grounds/vehicle duties.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair water, plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems and related equipment.
• Assist Building Maintenance Director with daily operations, estimating materials and labor.
• Maintain boiler systems, log operations, and manage valve replacements as needed.
• Perform campus groundskeeping duties and snow removal as required.

Skills

General trades knowledge

Tool operation

Safety awareness

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs' Montevideo Veterans Home is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform repair, maintenance, renovation and construction tasks to keep campus facilities safe and functional. The role combines general trades support with hands-on mechanical and electrical work in a day-shift schedule.

Candidates should have knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry methods, possess a valid driver's license for grounds tasks, and be able to follow