GREENHOUSE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

GREENHOUSE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Open: October 27, 2017

Closing: November 10, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This person is responsible for the daily upkeep and routine maintenance of the greenhouse buildings and grounds, will report to Greenhouse Manager and Forest Development Forester, full-time position with benefits, salary; DOQ.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with the Greenhouse Manager on a daily basis and other Forestry personnel

• Communicate effectively with professionals and the general public

• Perform routine procedures and to solve technical problems in a safe and efficient manner;

o Sweeping, cleaning, fencing repairs

o Mowing grass, snow removal

o Painting, light plumbing, electrical/construction repairs

o Removal and replacement of plastic sheeting, shade cloth as necessary

o Loading and unloading supply trucks, maintaining greenhouse machinery including; tractors, chainsaws and brush saws

o Loading and maintaining outside wood and oil furnaces, assisting in the cutting and splitting of the fuelwood

o Checking fuel levels and ordering as necessary

• Assisting greenhouse staff in the loading and unloading of the greenhouse and shade house, delivering trees to the field planting sites

• Most work performed inside the greenhouse where it can be very hot and humid

• Occasionally work will be performed outside in cold or rainy weather

• A great deal of bending, lifting, and carrying will be required by the applicant

• Safety equipment such as gloves, boots, or respirators will be required as necessary

• Perform other related duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• GED/High School Diploma

• Training or experience in basic greenhouse concepts

• Basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs experience

• Must be able to perform heavy lifting (up to 70 pounds) at times

• Be physically fit and able to work outdoors

• Be punctual, responsible, and able to work cooperatively in a team environment

• Possess and show proof of a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test and Background Check.

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847.