Equipment Service Worker

Position Description

Perform semi skilled work in the minor maintenance and servicing of automotive, maintenance and construction equipment and operate mobile service vehicles and trucks.

Work Location: This position currently works on-site only. Possibility of alternating between the following facilities:

Currie Maintenance Facility, 1200 Currie Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Royalston Maintenance Facility, 661 - 5th Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Shift Differential:

In addition to base pay we offer shift differential equal to $1.612/hr for evening and weekend shifts.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Change all fluids and filters on vehicles, including filling master cylinder and lubricating.
• Check, change and repair tires on vehicles. Change and/or charge batteries.
• Wash and clean cars, trucks and construction equipment, including sand blasting and steam cleaning parts.
• Install and remove snow plows and other equipment.
• Maintain, repair and clean shop equipment.
• Assist automotive mechanics with testing and repair of equipment.
• Drive snow plows and/or equipment when needed.

Working Conditions: Exposure to exhaust fumes, oil, grease, chemicals, dirt and noise.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience: One year in the servicing of automotive/heavy duty equipment

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Driver's License

Valid Class B Commercial Drivers Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsement, within six (6) months of hire. The City will provide on the job training and assistance as needed.

Preferred: Class B Commercial Drivers Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsement

Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Medical Exam
After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening.

Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Laborers Local 363 (CLB). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/laborers-local-363/

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of minor repair and servicing of automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of general tools of the trade.

• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude along with the ability to do heavy lifting.
• Ability to make repairs in the field, replace batteries, tires, etc.
• Ability to maintain records and related data.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page .

New 12 weeks of paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.

Closing Date/Time: 10/22/2024 11:59 PM Central

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