Laborer General Temporary

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Job Title:

Laborer General Temporary

Work Type:

Work Days:

Work Vary:

No ,

Shift:

First (Day),

Hours Per Week:

40,

Work Type:

Regular Salary Offered:

Unspecified

Benefits:

Unspecified.

Physical Required:

Unspecified

Drug Testing Required:

Unspecified

Education Required:

Experience Required:

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Job Description:

• Working Title:

  Laborer General Temporary

• Job Class:

  Laborer-General

• Agency:

  Transportation Dept
• This was previously announced and is being reposted for additional candidates. If you previously applied, you do not need to re-apply. +
• Job ID
• : 93270 +
• Location
• : Montevideo +
• Telework Eligible
• : No +
• Full/Part Time
• : Full-Time +
• Regular/Temporary
• : Temporary +
• Who May Apply
• : Open to all qualified job seekers +
• Date Posted
• : 05/07/2026 +
• Closing Date
• : 05/20/2026 +
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
• : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 8-AFSCME +
• Division/Unit
• : District 8
• Willmar / Montevideo Maintenance Area +
• Work Shift/Work Hours
• : Day Shift +
• Days of Work
• : Monday
• Thursday +
• Travel Required
• : No +

• Salary Range:

• $20.96
• $24.21 / hourly; $43,764
• $50,550 / annually +
• Classified Status
• : Classified +
• Bargaining Unit/Union
• : 203
• Service/AFSCME +
• Work Area
• : Montevideo, Granite Falls, Ivanhoe, Madison +
• End Date
• : Approximately Sept. 8th 2026 +
• 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. MnDOT District 8 has up to 2 General Laborer positions this summer. Locations may include Montevideo, Granite Falls, Ivanhoe, Madison These positions will work full-time hours Monday through Thursday and are anticipated to run from approximately mid-May to mid-September. No evenings or weekends. The season's preferred dates would include approximately May 6, to September 8, 2026, but some flexibility can be provided with schedules. Positions will be available in the following areas:

• Highway Maintenance
• Assist in maintaining the roadway surfaces and shoulders; debris removal from roadways, right-of-way and roadsides; assist with traffic control in high volume traffic settings; roadside mowing, trimming and landscape maintenance; assist with installation and repair of signs and guardrails.
• Minimum Qualifications
• + Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and construction work sufficient to carry out detailed work.

+ Ability to understand oral directions sufficient to carry out verbal assignments in a safe and efficient manner. + 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 tasks under extreme environmental conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind. + These positions require a good driving record and a valid Class D Driver's License at time of application. Driver's license history will be reviewed.

• Preferred Qualifications
• + High School Diploma or Equivalent + 3 months of work experience in light construction or similar field
• Physical Requirements
• Accommodations may be available
• May require frequent exposure to weather elements year-round (cold and hot) on a daily basis as well as working near traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Additional Requirements
• Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check
• It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + SEMA4 Records Check + Criminal History Check + Employment Reference Check + Education/License Verification + Driver's License Check
• A revoked or suspended Driver's License or major violation within the last five (5) years or a combination of minor violations and/or at-fault in the last three (3) years will disqualify a candidate

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed. Job 82 of 178