Plumber

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Minnesota is seeking a Plumber in St. Paul to provide a wide range of plumbing services in a professional manner. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, performing emergency repairs, and preventative maintenance to ensure safe, efficient buildings and operations.

The position requires a Journey-level plumber license from MN and a St. Paul City Plumbing license, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Journey-level plumber license issued by the State of MN.
• Must possess a valid St. Paul City Plumbing license (Applicants must obtain one within 9 months of hire).
• Driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of plumbing services in a professional manner.
• Maintain plumbing equipment and conduct proper maintenance for energy and water conservation.
• Perform emergency repairs with immediate and long-term solutions.
• Carry out a preventative maintenance program to minimize breakdowns and emergencies.
• Perform construction work to improve system functionality and assist other trades as requested.

Education

Journeyman plumber license (MN)

St. Paul City Plumbing license

Job description

Working Title: Plumber

Job Class: Plumber

Agency: Administration Dept

• Job ID : 97185

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/23/2026

• Closing Date : 10/15/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Plumbing

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift 6:30 am-3 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, between buildings on Capitol complex

• Salary Range: $34.16 - $39.66 / hourly; $71,326 - $82,810 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

• Work Area : Tech Services/Pipe shop

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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.

This position exists to perform a wide variety of plumbing services in a professional manner by providing consistent quality services to ensure clean, safe, and environmentally sound buildings, grounds, and operations for all clientele. Job duties include:

• Keeping plumbing related equipment operable by conducting proper maintenance and repair that results in energy and water conservation.

• Performing emergency/repairs considering immediate and long-term solutions to plumbing equipment.

• Carrying out a preventative maintenance program so that the number of breakdowns and emergencies are minimized.

• Perform construction work to improve system functionality and ensure that all systems are operational.

• Assist other trades as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Journey-level plumber license issued by the State of MN

• Must possess a valid St. Paul City Plumbing license (Applicants who do not currently possess a City of St. Paul Competency Card must be willing to obtain one within 9 months of hire)

• Driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASSE Backflow Prevention Tester/ Rebuilder Certification

Physical Requirements

Successful candidate must pass pre-employment physical. Physical Demands: Work Performance Testing (WPT). Job involves exerting up to 36-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 22-30 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 11-15 pounds of force constantly to move or lift objects.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank, driver's license check and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.