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Natural Resources Worker

State of Minnesota • Soudan, MN • 5d ago

Working Title: NR Worker - Tour Trailers

Job Class: Natural Resources Worker

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

Job ID : 92493

Location : Soudan Underground Mine State

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Part-Time

Regular/Temporary : Seasonal

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02/28/2026

Closing Date : 03/20/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

Division/Unit : Parks and Trails Region 2

Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift

Days of Work : Varies

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $11.41 - $12.08 / hourly

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

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 posting is to fill two (2) seasonal part-time (up to 90%) Tour Trailer positions at Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park in Soudan, MN.

The days of work vary and include weekends and holidays. Hours are generally between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM, but occasionally may require an earlier start or later end time. Anticipated season dates are typically from early May to early September. These positions perform routine, repetitive tasks that are specifically directed and closely monitored.

Responsibilities include:

Assist interpreters by helping to move tour groups (signal hoist operators; operate on-rail shuttle train).

Assist interpreters by trailing tour groups (follow group to ensure everyone is accounted for; point out bathroom facilities and inappropriate behavior).

Greet park visitors and provide basic information to visitors and callers (answer routine questions).

Perform routine cleaning tasks (e.g., wash windows, floors, walls, ceilings, toilets, fixtures, vehicles).

Perform routine grounds maintenance (e.g. mow and trim grass and weeds; rake; plant seeds; trees and shrubs; cut or remove weeds; prune tree branches and shrubs; remove brush and hazardous trees).

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to comprehend and follow simple oral and written instructions.

Ability to withstand exposure to adverse weather and/or environmental conditions.

Ability to use various cleaning supplies and other chemicals.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of park rules and facilities.

Oral and written communications skills.

Basic arithmetic skills to accurately collect money from the public for various fees.

Ability to operate a phone, cash register, lawn mower or other small equipment.

CPR PRO and First Aid certified.

Additional Requirements

No driving duties are required.

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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