Buildings & Grounds Worker - Temporary

• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Education Verification
• License / Certification Verification

• Job
• Location:
  
  Blue Mounds State Park
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Part Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Temporary
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/18/2026
• Closing Date: 03/10/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit: DNR Parks & Trails
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Varies
• Days of Work:
  Varies
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $20.51 - $24.79 / hourly
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time / Unrep
• FLSA:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  No

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.

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill a Temporary Part Time 80% (32 hours week) Building and Grounds Worker position at Blue Mounds State Park near Luverne, MN. The hours of work and days of work vary and may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. The anticipated dates of this position are May to September.

This position exists to perform maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment so that Blue Mounds State Park’s natural resources are preserved and park facilities are adequately maintained for the enjoyment of the park visitors.

• Complete grounds maintenance so that park visitors will have a safe and enjoyable experience, and natural resources are protected and preserved in a pleasing condition.
• Complete trail maintenance on hiking, biking, and snowmobiling trails so that trail users may enjoy well‑maintained trails and natural resources are protected.
• Complete building maintenance and sanitation tasks so that buildings are safe, clean, and attractive; routine damage and wear through use is repaired and park visitors will have a safe and enjoyable experience.
• Complete maintenance and service and do minor repairs on equipment, tools, and shop facilities so that they are safe and in dependable condition for use at all times.
• Complete facility maintenance and repairs so that facilities and utilities are safe, usable, clean, and attractive for park visitors.
• Complete operational tasks so that visitor’s needs are served, park functions are accomplished, and park resources managed.
• Provide enforcement and emergency services so that park personnel can act as the first response in activities warranting further medical attention and/or enforcement.
• Provide information and orientation for the public so all visitors are made aware of rules, facilities, and activities.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to prepare cleaning solutions and compounds, operate cleaning equipment, and perform minor repairs.
• Knowledge of basic building fixtures (doors, locks, windows) and ground structures (fences, signs, flag poles) sufficient to perform minor maintenance and installation work.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools sufficient to safely and effectively operate and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills sufficient to work as a productive member of a team.
• Ability to provide written information and instructions to the public and other employees.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the public and other employees.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, tractor, heavy equipment, ATV, chainsaw, lawn mower, small hand tools, and other equipment and tools.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions on labels, in instruction manuals, and procedures, etc. sufficient to use materials/chemicals correctly and safely.
• Ability to operate a phone, two‑way radio, computer, and other office equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work alone at night, including in…