Temporary; Summer Laborer General - Bridge & Construction

Position: Temporary (Summer) Laborer General - Bridge & Construction
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* Working Title:

Temporary (Summer) Laborer Generals - (1) Bridge & (1) Construction*
* ** Job Class:
Laborer-General*
* ** Agency:
Transportation Dept*
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** Job ** : 92491

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** Location** :
Thief River Falls

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time, 40 hours per week

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Temporary term: see below

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 03/04/2026

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** Closing Date** : 03/24/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Transportation Dept / Transportation-District 2-AFSCME

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** Division/Unit** :
District 2B - Thief River Falls Bridge or Construction units

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day shift:
Bridge, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm. Construction, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm with expected overtime.

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Thursday, Bridge;
Monday - Friday, Construction

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $20.96 - $24.21 / hourly; $43,764 - $50,550 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 203 - Service/AFSCME

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** Work Area** :
Thief River Falls Bridge or Construction departments

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** End Date** : 10/20/2026

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
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.

** 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.

** To be considered for the first round of interviews, applications must be submitted by March 24, 2026. Additional interviews may follow for vacancies not filled in the first round of interviews. 1 position in Bridge. 1 position in Construction.*
* Laborers are valued members of District 2 summer operations! Join us for a summer or extended season! Complete projects and maintenance work with us under supervision. Enjoy the outdoors and learn something new!

Positions in bridge maintenance will assist with performing daily routine work assignments following established procedures for bridge maintenance and other related structures. Work is sometimes completed in high traffic areas.  Duties include but are not limited to:

+ Performing bridge maintenance tasks, such as bridge flushing, concrete repair, deck crack sealing, pouring joint replacement/repair, and spot painting

+ Traffic control, flagging & standing for extended periods

+ Transport equipment or materials to and from project sites in a safe manner.

Positions in contract administration will assist our road construction inspectors with daily routine work assignments. Duties include but are not limited to:

+ Assist inspectors with materials testing

+ Assist inspectors with completion of required documentation

+ Perform basic tasks to assist inspectors on road or bridge construction projects to verify that inspected work is accomplished in accordance with requirements.

+ Provide assistance to the construction survey crew as needed.

(1) Bridge position is anticipated to run from approximately April 22, 2026 - October 20, 2026. (Candidates with less availability will be considered.) Regular summer hours are 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.

(1) Construction position is anticipated to run from approximately June 3, 2026 - September 4, 2026. (Candidates with less availability will be considered.) Regular summer hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Overtime for this position is expected.

Applicants interested in applying for positions must do so during the posting period.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Must have written and oral communication skills sufficient to keep records and read and interpret directions.

+ Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

+ The position requires a valid Class D Driver's License at the time of application. Please include this information in your application or resume when applying.

+ Ability to perform manual labor work sufficient to complete assignments, including bending, lifting, digging, reaching and loading heavy materials.

+ Ability to perform indoor and outdoor tasks in heat, cold, rain and wind.

+ Class D driver's license.

** Physical Requirements*
* The physical demands of this job will vary but typically requires the ability to lift 100 pounds maximum…