Maintenance Summer Worker

Maintenance Summer Worker University of Minnesota retirement plan United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis 319 15th Avenue Southeast (Show on map) May 12, 2026 Apply for Job Job ID 372338 Location All Other -See Job Description Job Family Supplemental Employee Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary Temporary Job Code 0001 Employee Class Civil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Maintenance Summer Worker Responsibilities Summer work will include mowing grass with riding and push mowers. Clean and service mowers on a weekly basis. Using weed trimmers around trees and buildings. Planting, trimming and watering trees. Painting interior or exterior of buildings. Clean and wash vehicles as needed. Clean and remove garbage from buildings as needed. This is a temporary seasonal position with start and end dates based on school schedules. The schedule is 40 hours per week and typically 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, these hours may be adjusted under certain circumstances. Qualifications Required Qualifications Minimum age of 16 Must be able to pass a background check Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions Ability to work in a team and independentl Must be able to work in a wide range of outdoor conditions Ability to sit, kneel, stand, and bend frequently and lift 10-50 pounds Candidates must be willing to travel to offsite field trials periodically Preferred Qualifications Current and valid driver's license Interest in maintenance, mechanics, and agriculture About the Department The Northwest Research and Outreach Center (NWROC) in Crookston is one of 10 University of Minnesota Research and Outreach Centers throughout Minnesota. NWROC belongs to the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) on the St. Paul, MN Campus. The specific mission of the NWROC is to conduct applied agronomic research on issues important to NW Minnesota agriculture and extend the results of that research through outreach/extension programs.

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$15.25 - $20.00 per hour, depending on education/qualifications/experience. Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the

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