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Job Class: Highway Helper

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 80063

• Location : Roseville

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/10/2024

• Closing Date : 09/23/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Metro / Highway Helper Program

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift and Rotating Weekend Shift - see below

• Days of Work : Varies - see below

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $25.57 - $29.49 / hourly; $53,390 - $61,575 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

• Work Area : Highway Helper Program

• 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.

This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacancies in the Metro District Highway Helper Program. The two (2) shifts available are:

1. Monday - Friday, Evening Shift, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

2. Rotating Weekends, (10-hour days) 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. when working weekdays; 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday workdays; 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday workdays. Week One: Wed-off; Thurs-work, Fri-work; Sat-off; Sun-off; Mon-work; Tues-work. Week Two : Wed-off; Thurs-work; Fri-work; Sat-work; Sun-work; Mon-off; Tues-off.

The Highway Helper responds to incidents such as crashes, stalls, debris, and medical situations, on the metropolitan freeway system. The position performs initial emergency traffic control, assesses the incident, and determines the appropriate action. The position will diagnose and fix minor mechanical problems on site (e.g., tire change, gasoline, jump start, etc.) and provide first aid medical services as needed.

In addition, this position supports MnDOT's Congestion Management, Incident Management, and Traveler Information programs by helping clear incidents in a safe and timely manner to prevent secondary crashes and reduce congestion and providing information about traffic delays for dissemination.

The Highway Helper will work on an assigned route within the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area but may be assigned other duties in addition to being responsible for the opening and closing of the reversable HOV lanes as needed.

**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

• One year of full-time work experience responding to freeway incidents and performing minor auto repair OR performing automotive or heavy equipment maintenance and repair (e.g., tow-truck operator, automotive or heavy equipment mechanic, freeway incident responder). A related post-secondary degree such as automotive mechanics, automotive technology, or medium/heavy equipment repair or technology may substitute for 6 months of experience.

• A valid Class D Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Incident Management or related fields such as fire and rescue response. State Patrol, or other public service entities with frequent freeway response.

• First-aid and/or CPR certified.

Physical Requirements

Pre-Employment Physical Exam: A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into specific job classifications will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam. The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.

Additional Requirements

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

• Pre-employment Physical

• Driver's License Check

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.