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Mining Aide

State of Minnesota • Hibbing, MN • 1w ago

Job Class: Mining Aide

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

Job ID : 89024

Location : Hibbing

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 09/19/2025

Closing Date : 10/09/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

Division/Unit : Lands and Minerals Division

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $20.32 - $27.90 / hourly; $42,428 - $58,255 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

Work Area : Hibbing Lands and Minerals Office

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.

This position exists to provide operational services for the buildings and grounds at the Hibbing Lands and Minerals office and facility. A significant component of the operational duties will be within the state drill core library. Other work may include assisting Division staff as needed on special projects. This position requires the skills necessary to operate mobile equipment and industrial machinery at the facility as well as to also identify and perform or assist with general repairs and maintenance to all buildings and grounds at the Hibbing Lands and Minerals office, ensuring a safe, secure and satisfying environment for staff and the public.

Responsibilities:

Perform operations, maintenance and other facility support as part of the Mineral Operations team for the Hibbing Minerals facility and grounds, to ensure a safe, secure and satisfying environment for staff and visitors.

Work at the Drill Core Library in conjunction with other Divisional staff to ensure safe and effective operations.

Work with Engineering, Mineral Potential and Research groups and Division staff on projects as needed. These assignments may include but are not limited to assistance on survey projects, well and exploration drilling sites, construction of research projects, mine inspections, sample collecting, sample preparation, and organization of Division data, records, and maps.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic knowledge of computer software, such as Microsoft Office sufficient to enter field and sample data and prepare simple queries and reports.

Knowledge of building maintenance functions and possessing basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, construction, mechanics, etc. to perform maintenance and repairs at the Hibbing Minerals facility.

Ability to operate snow and lawn equipment to effectively maintain the grounds associated with the office.

Effective communication skills to interact with the public, division staff along with other state, federal and local units of government, and related segments of private industry.

Basic knowledge of geological or engineering practices, field surveying, drafting, sampling and reading technical instruments sufficient to assist resource specialists.

Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot and/or repair drill rigs and other equipment associated with field projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of surveying principles and geographic information system (GIS) mapping sufficient to interpret topographic base mapping, geometric alignments, and property boundaries with minimal assistance from others.

Unrestricted Class A Driver's License with a clear driving record.

State of Minnesota Special Class Engineer Boiler License.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver's license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

Conflict of Interest Review

Criminal History Check

Education Verification

Employment Reference / Records Check

License / Certification Verification

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.

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