Laborer-General

Job Class: Laborer-General

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 93505

• Location : Roseville

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Temporary

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/22/2026

• Closing Date : 09/01/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Metro / Metro Facilities Administration

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $21.33 - $24.63 / hourly; $44,537 - $51,427 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

• Work Area : Metro / Metro Facilities Administration

• End Date : This temporary position is anticipated to last up to 6 months with the possibility to be extended for an additional 6 months.

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : 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 temporary position is anticipated to last up to 6 to 12 months. This was previously posted and is being reposted for additional applications.

Note: This is a 100% in-person position at the job site and not eligible for remote work.

Job Duties:

Perform entry level work in a variety of trade areas involving modular furniture, including the designing of modular office layouts, removing and installing modular office parts, and repairing building walls and equipment through established procedures and under general supervision. Will also perform occasional mail courier duties, as backup to regular driver. This position drives to various MnDOT locations frequently.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong mathematical aptitude.

• Organizational skills sufficient to order and track parts for application of job details, such as ordering and maintaining inventory of modular parts.

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

• Ability to operate a variety of building-related tools (e.g., various hand tools, drills, circular saw, etc.).

• Mechanical ability to take apart, repair as needed, assemble modular furniture pieces and related components.

• Must have the physical ability to frequently carry up to sixty (60) pound boxes and to move up to one thousand-pound loads with equipment.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Forklift operator certification or ability to obtain certification.

• Valid Class D Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service skills sufficient to communicate with customers in a professional manner.

• Experience using Outlook to read, compose and respond to email.

• Experience with spreadsheet software applications such as Microsoft Excel sufficient to enter data and maintain spreadsheets (e.g., parts and furniture inventory).

• Computer experience sufficient to complete required online training (e.g., workplace safety, cyber security, etc.).

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that the successful candidate pass a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check/employment verification

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.