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Job Description
Responsibilities:
To provide special skills, maintenance, repair work, and physical labor necessary to keep Lake Superior College's buildings, equipment, and grounds operational, aesthetic, safe, and secure. Under limited supervision, this position will perform highly skilled jobs in a variety of trade areas, such as diagnosing issues, assessing the required repair needed, replaces parts, repair and adjust machinery, monitor HVAC systems, repairs buildings and equipment. Under limited supervisor, monitor, adjust, and make repairs to all hot water boilers, air conditioning systems, convertors and LSC's primary HVAC control system called "Medisys" on a daily basis. This position is also responsible for developing, implementing, and documenting all preventive maintenance routines and logs for the hot water boiler and HVAC systems and overseeing the work of helpers on these systems. Provide labor necessary to ensure grounds are aesthetic, safe and secure. The ground duties must be adaptable to the changing seasons. This position is considered essential during natural and man-made disasters, and during inclement weather. Employee will report for duty as directed by their supervisor and is subject to recall during these types of events.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess a valid State of Minnesota a 1st Class boilers license, or above Knowledge of general methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (e.g. mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and to repair machinery, tools and facilities in a timely and safe manner. Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, MPCA, NFPA, fire safety and health regulations and policies including a knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to safely and efficiently perform the job duties. Ability to safely use hand, power hand tools and specialized tools required for repairing institutional equipment and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, carrying and bending. Ability to safely operate and maintain trucks, tractors, and other ground and road maintenance equipment. Ability to provide work instructions to and over-see work of helpers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons from diverse backgrounds, and commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives. Ability to recognize and safely handle hazardous waste materials Certifications for air and scissor lifts, skid steer, operation of mobile powered grounds equipment. Safety training on all gas, diesel, or electric powered equipment and tools. Assessment of spatial relationships/constraints is important. Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, scissor and power lifts. This position requires a cooperative working relationship with all other tradesmen, as well as faculty, staff, students and on occasion, the public. Most communication with these people is verbal. The employee shall follow all safety rules and regulations and take all necessary precautions to prevent injury and illness. How to Apply To be considered for this position you must apply in
Workday:
Questions about the position may be directed to Jestina Vichorek, Human Resources (218-733-7767 or email jestina.vichorek@lsc.edu
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE!
Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. About Minnesota State Lake Superior College is an Equal Opportunity employer and educator deeply committed to fostering the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We unequivocally 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 proactively seek to cultivate a diverse and talented workforce. We sincerely encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, racial and ethnic historically underrepresented groups, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Our commitment to affirmative action is integral to creating a workplace that values and leverages the unique perspectives and contributions of every employee. LSC actively seeks to attract and retain a diverse faculty and staff who represent the richness of our institution and the broader community we serve by fostering their development and recognizing their contributions. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered. Lake Superior College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. We are an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Pay:
$29.93 - $34.52 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
