Job Description

WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit, a division of the Metropolitan Council, is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter train, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
The Facilities Technician assists Metro Transit operating division maintain 1.7 million square feet of office and industrial space divided into 10 primary locations. Maintains, repairs and cleans facilities, ranging from rebuilding, fabricating, and cleaning shelters to operating heavy equipment for landscape and snow removal to operating sophisticated automated HVAC systems.
*This recruitment may establish a six (6) month eligibility list for current and future vacancies if we have multiple qualified candidates.
Hire: $40.70 hourly
After year one: $42.96 (Based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)
After year two: $45.22 (Based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)
This role is eligible to receive a $4,000 Hiring Bonus!

• $2,000 after the first 30 days of employment, and
• $2,000 after successfully completing a probationary period.

This role is also eligible for a $3,000 Referral Bonus!
What you would do in this job

• Performs fabrication, assembly, installation, repair, cleaning, maintaining, and operating various facilities, equipment, motors, HVAC systems, boilers, lighting systems, exhaust systems, bus wash racks, pressure washers, overhead doors, hoists (in ground, portable, electric and hydraulic), and industrial yard equipment.
• Performs building grounds maintenance work, operates equipment for lawn care and snow removal at all Metro Transit facilities, Park and Rides, and other metropolitan locations.
• Assists contractors, electricians and others.
• Cleans work areas and facilities, indoors and outdoors.
• Perform other related duties.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following combinations of experience (in building maintenance duties and facility maintenance heating systems) and completed education in facility maintenance or related field.
High school diploma or GED AND five (5) years of experience in performing building maintenance duties and with facility maintenance heating systems.
Two-year vocational school program/ or Associate degree AND three (3) years of experience in performing building maintenance duties with facility maintenance heating systems.
Licensure Requirements:

• Required to obtain a Special Boilers License within 6 months of employment.
• Required to acquire a 1st Class C Boiler Operators license within 4 years of employment.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Previous experience with large commercial heating and cooling systems.
• Previous experience with large commercial plumbing systems.
• Previous experience with commercial electrical distribution systems.
• Previous experience with supporting large commercial building operations.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six (6) months on the job:

• Basic knowledge of the practices and procedures of building maintenance and repair.
• Basic knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic and HVAC controls and systems.
• Knowledge of the care and supervision in the use of strong chemicals.
• Skill in use of computers related to diagnosing or troubleshooting electrical problems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate in English.
• Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees. Requires tact, courtesy and cooperation in dealings with others.

Physical Requirements:

• May require lifting up to 50 pounds. May work near moving parts or equipment, in the presence of fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations. May also be required to lift more than 100 pounds with assistance.

Additional information
Union/Grade: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)/Grade 73
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random DOT drug tests.
What your work environment would be:
Work is performed in Metro Transit facilities, buildings and outdoors. Some travel is required. May require working in wet or hot, humid non-weather conditions, and in high precarious places up to two thirds of the time. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibration, atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation, hazardous materials such as chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and work space restricts movement, and intense noise may occur on the job.
What steps the recruitment process involves:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We request your Work Record Evaluation (ATU employees only). Metro Tran dept per class specs
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email .
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

• Well@Work clinic
• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
• parking at many job locations
• fitness centers at many job locations
• Employee Assistance Program
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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