Maintenance Worker (Intern)

City of Bloomington, MN; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

The City of Bloomington, MN is seeking a Part-time Maintenance Worker Intern to learn and perform mechanical work on automotive equipment, trucks, and other fleet assets. You must be enrolled in a Diesel, Equipment, or Automotive program at a vocational school and able to work with City tools and safety protocols.

The Intern will assist in preventive maintenance, repairs, and documentation, with flexible hours around class schedules and a 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM shop window.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Diesel, Equipment, or Automotive program at a vocational school.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with maintenance and repairs on vehicles/equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on automobiles, trucks, tractors, sweepers, and other light and heavy equipment.
• Conduct work functions in a safe and respectful manner, use proper PPE, and follow safety standards.
• Document and record all repairs, parts, labor costs, vehicle numbers, and related data for fleet records.
• Assist in maintaining inventories of parts, oils, and fuels and restock shelves.
• Demonstrate positive and professional attitude toward assignments and adapt to City resources to serve the public.
• Work different shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Skills

Operate equipment

Diagnostic tools

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Diesel/Equipment/Automotive program

Tools

Diagnostic testing equipment

Soldering/welding equipment

Job description

Primary Objective

The City of Bloomington is seeking a Part-time Maintenance Worker Intern to learn to and perform mechanical work in the complete repair, maintenance, and overhaul of automotive equipment, trucks, and other light and heavy equipment. Qualified applicants must be enrolled in a Diesel, Equipment, or Automotive program at a Vocational school.

The work week will consist of attending school and performing mechanical work, as class allows, on the City’s fleet. Our shop hours are 9:30 AM through 5:30 PM. We are flexible with scheduling work hours. The Intern will be paid for all hours worked at the city. NOTE: City of Bloomington supplies all the tools and equipment needed for the job.

CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS

• Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
• Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
• Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly

Essential Duties

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on automobiles, trucks, tractors, sweepers, and other light and heavy equipment
• Conduct work functions in a safe and respectful manner, use proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times, adhere to all workplace safety standards
• Document and record all repairs, parts, labor costs, vehicle number, or other required information related to daily operations for fleet information systems including initiating communication with supervisor to discuss improvements in work procedures
• Assist in maintaining effective repair parts, oils, and fuel inventories including inventories and restocking shelves
• Demonstrate positive and professional attitude toward job assignments and tasks to be performed
• Demonstrate personal initiative and effective use of City resources to provide excellent service to the public
• Perform other duties as apparent or assigned
• Work different shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities That Will Be Acquired

• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Demonstrates skill in operating diagnostic and test equipment to determine the nature of equipment malfunction
• Demonstrates ability to operate various types of light and heavy equipment
• Proactively identifies problems and makes recommendations for solutions
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of safe working conditions
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with other departments and divisions
• Demonstrates ability to develop ideas, and, when authorized, to implement change
• Demonstrates comprehension of new and emerging technologies and applies this knowledge to repair procedures
• Skill in the use of electric tools, pneumatic tools, basic hand tools, and computerized testing equipment
• Skill in the use of soldering, welding, and torching equipment including being able to select the correct thickness and types of materials

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student of a Diesel, Equipment, or Automotive program at a vocational school
• Valid driver’s license

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in doing maintenance and repairs on small engines, automobiles, and or equipment
• Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Experience in welding and fabrication
• Additional work experience in the repair field
• Ability to speak a second language, in addition to English that has a recognized presence in the community (Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese Mandarin, Cambodian, etc.)

Supervision Of Others

This position does not supervise others.

Conditions Of Employment

Must be an active enrolled student of a Diesel, Equipment, or Automotive program at a vocational school

Salary

2026 Full Salary Range: $30.64 Hourly

Employment Details

Part‑Time; Non‑Exempt; Non‑Union; Benefits Ineligible (except for PTO)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Additional Information

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Ongoing Part‑Time employees who are employed for more than 6 months will make contributions to the pension program (PERA) through payroll deductions unless they qualify for one of the exemptions. In addition, Part‑Time may receive Paid‑time Off (PTO) at rate outlined in employee handbook and eligable for paid parental leave after 6 months of employment.

Temporary/Seasonal employees do not receive benefits outside of Paid‑time Off (PTO) at rate outlined in employee handbook.