What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer position at MnDOT?
This posting was used to fill 2 positions in the Baxter Maintenance department. One (1) position is remaining on this re-post.
- The purpose of this position is to provide building ground and landscaping maintenance at District 3A’s various truck stations. Perform variety of road maintenance activities to support current maintenance staff, so roadways and roadsides are safe and clear and in good condition according to MN/DOT standards and perform related work as required.
- Assist with roadside maintenance activities (e.g., maintaining roadways/shoulders and rights of way with gravel, bituminous and concrete; repairing guardrail; patch potholes; repairing shoulders; weed whipping; cleaning culverts; installing catch basins; placing/removing Adopt-A-Highway bags; removing objects from roadsides; performing work associated with accidents).
- Learn to perform vegetation management activities (e.g., removing roadside debris; pruning and/or removing dead trees; mowing planting, watering, seeding, sodding, trimming and removing trees, grass, shrubs, brush; chipping tree limbs; removing/grinding stumps).
- Learn to safely operate equipment, perform service cleaning maintenance, and make minor repairs.
- Assist in performing traffic control set-ups and flagging duties at work sites.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and construction work sufficient to carry out detailed work directions.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor work sufficient to complete assignments.
- Strength and agility necessary to bend, lift, dig, reach, and load heavy materials.
- Endurance necessary to perform indoor and outdoor tasks under extreme environmental conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
- Valid Class D Drivers License
How to Apply:
Please Apply Online by 4/23/2025:
- Go to www.mn.gov/careers
- Click “Search open positions”
- Enter the Job Opening ID “84464” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
- Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
- Click “Apply for Job”
- When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Internet Job Board - really
Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.
Contact for Additional Information:
Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist
Laura.Saari@state.mn.us
651-370-0971
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $20.65 - $23.85 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $24
