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Laborer General - Temporary

State of Minnesota • Marshall, MN • 22h ago

Working Title: Laborer General

Job Class: Laborer-General

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job ID : 93254

Location : Marshall

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 04/03/2026

Closing Date : 04/16/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 8-AFSCME

Division/Unit : District 8 - Willmar / Marshall Maintenance Area

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Thursday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $20.96 - $24.21 / hourly; $43,764 - $50,550 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

Work Area : Marshall, Pipestone, Slayton, Tracy

End Date: Approximately September 8th, 2026

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.

MnDOT District 8 has up to 2 General Laborer positions this summer. Locations may include Marshall, Pipestone, Slayton, Tracy

These positions will work full-time hours Monday through Thursday and are anticipated to run from approximately mid-May to mid-September. No evenings or weekends. The season's preferred dates would include approximately May 6, to September 8, 2026, but some flexibility can be provided with schedules.

Positions will be available in the following areas:

Highway Maintenance

Assist in maintaining the roadway surfaces and shoulders; debris removal from roadways, right-of-way and roadsides; assist with traffic control in high volume traffic settings; roadside mowing, trimming and landscape maintenance; assist with installation and repair of signs and guardrails.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and construction work sufficient to carry out detailed work.

Ability to understand oral directions sufficient to carry out verbal assignments in a safe and efficient manner.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor work sufficient to complete assignments. Strength and agility necessary to bend, lift, dig, reach, and load heavy materials.

Endurance necessary to perform tasks under extreme environmental conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.

These positions require a good driving record and a valid Class D Driver's License at time of application. Driver's license history will be reviewed.

Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

3 months of work experience in light construction or similar field

Physical Requirements

Accommodations may be available

May require frequent exposure to weather elements year-round (cold and hot) on a daily basis as well as working near traffic and heavy construction equipment.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

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

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

Driver's License Check -A revoked or suspended Driver's License or major violation within the last five (5) years or a combination of minor violations and/or at-fault in the last three (3) years will disqualify a candidate

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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