Working Title: Laborer Trades & Equipment
Job Class: Laborer-Trades & Equipment
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 94206
Location : Elysian
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/19/2026
Closing Date : 06/08/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : DNR Parks & Trails Region 4
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 7:00am to 5:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Thursday
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 : Elysian
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 DNR is currently seeking to fill one (1) permanent full-time Laborer, Trades & Equipment position located in Elysian, MN. Days of work are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
This position exists to assist management in directing and managing the operations of Parks and Trails facilities at Area 4C and to perform the daily activities involved with facility development and maintenance in Area 4C. This position will provide lead maintenance work to Building and Grounds Worker employees under the direction of the Assistant Area Supervisor while being a lead worker for facility and trail maintenance.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Facility Maintenance and Development : Perform maintenance, rehabilitation and development work on public water accesses, water campsites, trails, and campgrounds so that the facilities are safe and sustainable. Provide direction and feedback to other staff as necessary to accomplish area goals
Participate in native habitat restoration / reconstruction efforts, prescribed fire, seed collection and invasive species removal.
Operation and Maintenance of Equipment: Use and maintain a variety of equipment, power tools and hand tools. Perform necessary inspections and most maintenance on all pieces of equipment.
Technical Support:Apply technical knowledge of landscape development. Utilize maps, designs, management plans and other resources in order to evaluate and improve existing facilities, prepare for upcoming projects, and ensure maintenance and development ideas are well developed and carried out appropriately.
Other Responsibilities and Duties:Maintain accurate operational records, provide professional customer service, and complete other duties as assigned by the lead worker or supervisor.
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 6 months to acquire one, as a condition of employment.
AND:
Knowledge and/or experience in methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in trades work and construction.
Knowledge and/or experience safely operating light, medium & heavy motorized equipment, e.g. pickups, ATVs, dump trucks, snow plows, snow groomers, tractors, trailers, watercraft, grader, backhoe, front-end loader, auger, plus power and hand tools, including chain saws, air compressors, carpentry tools, and other equipment/tools as assigned.
Knowledge and/or experience to service, perform minor repairs and make adjustments to tools and equipment, including general maintenance and repair of buildings.
Ability to understand and follow verbal directions sufficient to interpret, communicate and carry out verbal assignments, safely and efficiently.
Strength and agility sufficient to load, operate and repair equipment and materials.
Endurance sufficient to perform tasks under extreme environmental conditions such as heat, cold, rain, snow, sun, and wind, and in very remote locations often accessible only by long distance walking or use of an ATV.
Ability to work with limited supervision and independently solve problems as they arise.
Ability to communicate orally to staff/visitors, etc.
Ability to uphold the DNR Culture of Respect.
Preferred Qualifications
Current possession of Class A license.
Two years of experience in equipment operation and maintenance of equipment such as trucks, trailers, mowers, chainsaws, boats, ATV's, snowmobiles, and other related equipment.
Two years of experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance of equipment such as skid steers, tractors, backhoe loaders, excavators, dozers, and other related equipment.
Technical school certificates, licensure, or degrees in one or more of the following: heavy equipment operation, carpentry, construction, electrical repair, plumbing, masonry, small engine repair/automotive, or HVAC.
Working knowledge of civil engineering, landscape architecture and planning process, as applicable to recreation facility design and construction.
Knowledge and/or experience in natural resource management fields such as parks and recreation, forestry, wildlife management, hydrology.
Experience providing lead work direction/assigning tasks/ensuring completion.
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.
