Job Title: Transportation Maintenance Student Worker
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.
* Job ID: 82601
* Full/Part Time: Part-Time
* Regular/Temporary: Limited
* Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
* Date Posted: 12/14/2024
* Closing Date: 05/15/2025
* Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Department / Transportation-Insuff Wk Tm
* Division/Unit: District 6A - Rochester / Bridge Maintenance Rochester
* Work Shift/Work Hours: See Job Summary Below
* Days of Work: See Job Summary Below
* Travel Required: No
* Salary Range SWPP: $17.58 - $20.58 / hourly
* Salary Range SWPP SR: $19.56 - $23.26 / hourly
* Classified Status: Unclassified
* Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
Job Summary
MnDOT District 6 may fill up to 3 summer Transportation Maintenance Student Workers in location and departments listed below.
Assist the Materials Lab in performing various materials property tests on materials used for road and bridge construction, assist the Auger Crew with performing field investigation of place pavements and soils and/or assist Material Engineers with collecting and compiling data from various historical sources.
Typical Hours (Monday - Friday) 7:00AM - 3:30PM.
Assist the Bridge staff working on program bridge projects and bridges that are being added into the program. May assist with project contracts and other bridge documentation/files. Assist in various field activities including working with bridge maintenance crews on projects such as painting, structural repairs, and crack sealing; and working with the Construction team on bridge replacement, and reconstruction projects. Will also assist with bridge inspection.
Typical Hours (Monday – Thursday) 6:30AM – 5:00PM.
*The job class noted above is Student Worker Para Professional. However, vacancies may be filled at the Student Worker Para Professional or Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior job classes based on educational status and history. Salary will be paid commensurate with classification.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
* Must be 18 years old or older
* Knowledge and application of advanced mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
* Knowledge of computer software used in testing and design work and ability to use Windows-based operating systems.
* Ability to understand technical documents and follow instructions.
* Candidates must be currently enrolled or enrolling within three months as a full-time student (six semester/9 quarter credits) in a post-secondary or graduate program with a GPA of at least 2.0.
* Candidates with at least two (2) years of post-secondary education in the program area in which they are employed will qualify for the student worker paraprofessional senior classification.
* Valid Class D Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
* Candidates must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in Carpentry, Masonry, Construction Management, Laboratory Science, or related program.
* Full-time student with a GPA of at least 3.0.
Physical Requirements
* Some of the jobs are physical in nature and will require a pre-employment physical.
* Weather elements: May require frequent exposure to weather elements (cold and hot) on a daily basis.
Additional Requirements
* Please attach your resume and unofficial transcript as a single pdf document. (You will be asked to provide a copy of your transcript to verify your GPA prior to being invited to interview.)
* NOTE: Students must include an anticipated graduation/completion date on their resume.
* Job offer to successful applicants will be contingent on passing student worker eligibility verification, criminal background, and reference checks; some positions may require pre-employment physical exam and driver’s license check. A revoked, suspended, or canceled Driver's License within the last five (5) years may disqualify a candidate.
* The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Tracy Wilson at tracy.wilson@state.mn.us.
Your benefits may include:
* Paid vacation and sick leave
* 12 paid holidays each year
* Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
* 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
* Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
* Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
* Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
* Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
* Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
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