Job Class: Laborer Trades & Equipment
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 91602
Location : Two Harbors
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/131/2026
Closing Date : 02/20/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Parks & Trails Region 2
Work Shift/Work Hours : Varies
Days of Work : Varies
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $25.95 - $29.93 / hourly; $54,183 - $62,493 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
Work Area : Two Harbors Area
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.
The Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one (1) full-time unlimited Laborer, Trades & Equipment position located in Two Harbors, Minnesota. Work hours vary seasonally. The work schedule in the spring / summer / fall months (April through November) will be four 10-hour days, generally Monday through Thursday 7:00AM - 5:30PM. The work schedule in the winter months (December through March) will be four 10-hour days which includes night shifts, generally Thursday - Sunday 7:00PM - 5:30AM.
This position exists to assist the area supervisor and area staff in managing and directing the operations of Parks and Trails facilities and to perform the daily activities involved with facility development and maintenance in Area 2c (Two Harbors). This is a great opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the Two Harbors area in northeastern Minnesota. Work includes grooming trails, constructing, and maintaining water access sites and fishing piers, construction and maintaining a variety of trails and State water trails, operating a variety of equipment.
Responsibilities include:
Develop, construct and service Parks and Trails administered sites and facilities.
Perform routine inspections and repairs on equipment.
Operate heavy equipment to construct and service Parks and Trails recreation facilities.
Groom State Snowmobile Trails
Apply technical knowledge to develop and service Parks and Trails recreational facilities.
Represent Parks and Trails and DNR by providing information to the public.
Collect, record, and report accurate information on equipment, facilities, and work performed.
Minimum Qualifications
Position requires a Class A license, passing a pre-employment drug screen and participation in the DNR ongoing random screening program. Otherwise qualified applicants who do not have a valid Class A will be allowed up to six (6) months to acquire one, as a condition of employment.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in trades and general construction.
Ability to safely operate and maintain medium & heavy motorized equipment, e.g., dump-trucks, trailers, tractors with loader, watercraft, skid-steers, backhoes, plus power and hand tools, including chainsaws, air compressors, carpentry tools, and other equipment/tools as assigned to carry out work plans and projects pertaining to Division of Parks and Trails programs and activities.
Position requires certifications or the ability to acquire them within 6 months, as a condition of employment in the following areas: First-Aid, Chainsaw, Watercraft operator, ATV, Tractor, Backhoe, Dump-Truck, and Skid-Steer.
Ability to service and make minor repairs to machinery, equipment, and buildings.
Ability to understand and follow verbal directions sufficient to interpret, communicate, and carry out verbal assignments, safely and efficiently.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to staff/visitors.
Ability to solve problems, make decisions, work safely and effectively with others.
Preferred Qualifications
Current possession of a class A license.
Current DNR certification AND experience in tractor, backhoe, skid steer, chainsaw, large trucks, trailers, pickups, ATV, and riding mowers use.
Knowledge and experience with equipment, materials and methods used to operate, develop, and maintain water recreation and trail facilities such as installing water access ramps, building roads, installing culverts, building trails and repairing asphalt.
2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance, site design and construction, and landscape/vegetation management or related skilled trades.
Technical school certificates, licensure, or degrees in one or more of the following: carpentry, construction, electrical repair, plumbing, masonry, or small engine repair/automotive.
Experience providing lead work direction, assigning tasks, and ensuring completion.
Considerable knowledge of the goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for Parks & Trails programs.
Working knowledge of civil engineering, landscape architecture and planning process, as applicable to recreation facility design and construction.
Some knowledge of natural resource management fields such as forestry, wildlife management and hydrology.
Knowledge of organizations, groups and interests involved in Parks & Trails activities.
First aid/CPR certification.
Additional Requirements
This position requires current possession of a valid Class A license or the ability to obtain one in the first 6 months of employment. The selected applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and will be included in the ongoing DNR random drug and alcohol test program.
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.
