New Job Mndot Metro District Construction & Surveys Summer 2022 Temporary Positions In Minnesota

At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading-edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.

Job Class: Transportation Associate

Transportation Generalist/Transportation Generalist Senior

Student Worker Paraprofessional/Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior

Working Title: MnDOT Metro District Construction/Surveys/Materials Summer Temp positions

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/25/2021
• Closing Date: 12/23/2021
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Metro / Golden Valley NW Resident Off
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day shift with possible overtime in evenings
• Days of Work: Monday through Friday with possible overtime in evenings and on weekends
• Travel Required: No
• Transportaion Generalist SeniorSalary Range: $23.03 - $29.85/hourly
• Transportation AssociateSalary Range: $19.97 - $20.59/hourly
• Transportation GeneralistSalary Range: $21.37 - $26.86/hourly
• Student Worker Para ProfessionalSalary Range: $15.55 - $18.20/hourly
• Student Worker Para Professional SeniorSalary Range: $16.89 - $20.59/hourly
• Classified Status: Temporary Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
• Work Area: various
• End Date: 10/13/2021
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: No

MnDOT Metro District has summer temporary vacancies in Roadway Construction Inspection and Surveys for our Eden Prairie, Golden Valley, Mendota Heights, and Oakdale offices. These positions may start from March through May and may be for the summer of 2022 only, or may continue for a duration of up to one year and may lead to a permanent position with MnDOT.

Positions will be filled in the Student Worker Paraprofessional/Sr.; Transportation Associate; Transportation Generalist; or Transportation Generalist Senior classifications.

The salary and classification will be determined based on education and/or experience of the selected candidates. The responsibilities for each area include, but are not limited to:

• Roadway Construction Inspection: incumbents will provide support to contract administration and field inspection personnel.
• Surveys: incumbents will provide assistance in performing field survey responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications and salary for each classification are as follows:
STUDENT WORKER PARAPROFESSIONAL/SR. – salary range $15.55 - $20.59:
Classification will be at either a Student Worker Paraprofessional or Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior based on educational status and history. Salary will be paid commensurate with classification.

• Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
• Current enrollment, or planning to enroll within three months in a post-secondary school or graduate study.
• Verification of enrollment will be required.

Preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled in the following areas: Civil Engineering, Land Surveying / Geomatics, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Design and Drafting CADD, or related fields.

TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATE - salary range $19.97 - $20.59/hourly:
Exam Part 1:

• A valid Class D Driver’s License AND the ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver - Class B license with no air brake restrictions and tanker endorsement.

TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST - salary range $21.37 - $26.86/hourly:
Exam Part 1:

• Twelve months of experience performing activities in either Surveys (e.g., land, location, and construction surveys, etc.), or Construction (roadway, bridge construction, residential or commercial instruction) or related activities.

OR

• A two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent

TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST SENIOR – salary range $23.03 - $29.85/hourly:
Exam Part 1:

• Two years of experience performing contract administration (roadway and/or bridge construction) or Surveys activities (e.g., land, location, and construction surveys, etc.) or related activities.

NOTE: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

Exam Part 2 for the Transportation Associate, Transportation Generalist and Transportation Generalist Senior classifications:

• Receipt of a passing score of Level 5 or higher on the math and reading portion of the computerized math and reading assessement. [The job offer is contingent on passing a basic math and reading test.] Applicants meeting Exam Part 1 will be contacted to test and may select a test site based on their geographic availability.

ALL POSITIONS WILL REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING:

• The driver’s license requirement for both levels is a valid Class D Driver’s License with no major traffic convictions in the past 5 years; OR 4 or more minor violations in the last 3 years; OR any combination of minor violations and atfault accidents totaling 4 or more occurrences.
• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience performing Contract Administration (Roadway Construction) and/or Land Surveying/Geomatics work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this job will vary, but may require the ability to joint lift up to 150 pounds maximum with frequent moving and/or lifting or otherwise transfer of objects of various weights. This job also may require walking, moving, standing, to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. This job may require strenuous physical labor including but not limited to digging, shoveling, hauling, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling and climbing. For a complete list of physical requirements, please contact Susan Vang at 651-234-7418 or Kim Rice at 651-234-7426.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is our policy that the successful candidate must pass employer reference checks and a criminal history check prior to employment. The reference check and background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License Verification
• Driver’s License Verification

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Kimberly Rice at [email protected] or 651/234-7426.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 [email protected]. Please indicate what assistance you need.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: [email protected] or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.