Maintenance Trainee

Salary$31.14 HourlyLocationCity of EaganJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number20260526DepartmentPublic WorksOpening Date05/26/2026Closing Date6/9/2026 4:00 PM CentralFLSANon-ExemptDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob DescriptionMaintenance TraineePay: $31.14 per hourFull-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefit EligibleAre you ready to gain valuable skills and experience in the maintenance field?Join our team as a Maintenance Trainee in the beautiful city of Eagan!As a Trainee, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals in our Public Works and Parks Departments.From maintaining parks and outdoor facilities to assisting with street repairs and snow removal, you'll play a vital role in keeping our community running smoothly.Be a part of a collaborative team that values diversity and is dedicated to making Eagan a great place to live, work, and play.Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!The Maintenance Trainee is a limited duration, full-time, union, benefit eligible position for up to a maximum of two years to train and gain the skills and experience necessary to be a fully qualified maintenance worker in Eagan. Each trainee position will be terminated at the end of two years. Trainees may have an opportunity to apply and be hired into a full-time maintenance worker position before that time.All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview. Invitations will be sent to candidates as applications are received and reviewed.Application Deadline: Tuesday, June 9th @ 4:00pmEssential Position FunctionsYou will work and gain skills in the following areas:ParksMaintain outdoor hockey and pleasure skating rinks and winter facilitiesAssist in the construction of parks improvementsPerform ongoing routine parks maintenance activitiesPerform turf maintenance tasksConduct preventative maintenance and performs repair work on park equipment vehicles and other small equipmentAssist in the preparation of park facilities for scheduled recreation activities and special eventsAssist in the installation of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and native grassesProvide a high level of continual maintenance for planting beds and garden areasConstructs and installs park hardscape featuresAssist in the removal of potentially hazardous, diseased or dead trees from public parks, open spaces and other public properties.Assist with park trail clearing activitiesAssist in maintaining the city's computerized tree/landscape inventory management systemAssist with wildlife, prairie, and/or aquatic resources management projects and programsStreetsPerform repairs to asphalt and gravel road surfaces using specialized equipmentLoad and haul material for street maintenance and repairPerform concrete curb and sidewalk repair and replacementPerform street, boulevard, ditch, and right-of-way cleaningPerform rough-cut mowing and tree trimming/removalPerform snow and ice removalPerform minor vehicle, building, and grounds maintenance and participate in building constructions/refurbishment as assignedInstall, maintain, and replace street identification, traffic control signs, and pavement markings while maintaining and organizing recordsUnderstand and actively participate in work zone safety procedures and operationsGeneral shop and building cleanup and minor repairVehicle, equipment, and parts pickup and deliveryUtilitiesAssist treatment plant operators in daily activitiesClean and maintain pump houses, treatment plants, and booster stationsPerform catch basin/storm sewer inlet and outlet maintenanceMaintain landscape around lift stations and other buildingsAssist Utility staff in the inspection, operation, and maintenance of the City’s utility infrastructureWater Distribution – curb stops, mains, valves, hydrant, meters, etc.Sanitary Collection – sewers, lift stations, etc.Storm Conveyance – sewers, lift stations, pond inlet/outlets, etc.Enter, review, and maintain inspection, maintenance, and repair records of City infrastructure. Update and record as built and location plan informationAssist in the location of City infrastructure under the Gopher State One Call systemLeverage and utilize technology daily to gather and record information/dataOtherAssist other city staff as assignedPerforms other training and duties as apparent or assignedMinimum Qualifications18 Years of age or older.High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)A valid Driver’s License with the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License with provided training.Things that may help you be successful in this roleExperience in construction, maintenance, landscape, snow removal or other related tasks.MN Class A - Commercial Driver’s License. Fluency in a non-English language.Working ConditionsThe working environment is 100% in the field. The employee will be required to do sustained physical work in all weather conditions.Work HoursNormal hours of work are Monday-Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm, 40 hours per week except holidays. The employee shall be available for extended workdays and callbacks which may include weekends and holidays. Compensation for hours worked in excess of the 40-hour work week is applicable.Why choose the City of Eagan? We love to work hard and play hard! We have supportive leadership and a known culture of teamwork. Current employees have said they like working for #TeamEagan because of the strong connection to the Community, great benefits, access to nature, and it’s a place that being respectful is the norm – people are just nice!What are the benefit offerings?For detailed plan information please visit our Benefits Website at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofeagan/home/.BenefitsMedical – Blue Cross Blue Shield of MNDental – Health PartnersBasic Life, AD&D, Long-Term DisabilityVoluntarily Life InsuranceAccident InsuranceVisionLegal ServicesFlexible Spending (medical and dependent care)Employee Assistance ProgramDiscount programsRetirement and Medical Savings OptionsRetirement Investment opportunities through MissionSquare Retirement and Minnesota State Retirement SystemPERA PensionHealth Care Savings Plan (HCSP)Leave accrualsVacation accrues at a rate that equates to 3-weeks per year, with opportunities to accrue more after 10 years of employmentOpportunities to purchase up to 40 hours of vacation, earn PTO for wellness incentives, convert sick time to vacation, volunteer hours, etc.Sick and safe leave will be accrued on a per pay period basis at the rate of one working day each calendar monthIf you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources at hrjobs@eaganmn.gov.01Are you 18 years of age or older?YesNo02Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.?YesNo03Please list any education or training you've completed related to this position (NA if none).04Do you have a valid driver's license?YesNo05Do you have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL)?Yes - Class A CDLYes - Class B CDLI have a valid CDL permitI DO NOT have a CDL, but am currently enrolled in a CDL training programI DO NOT have a CDL, but I'm able to obtain one with City provided trainingI DO NOT have a CDL, and I'm NOT ABLE to obtain one with City provided training06What experience do you have in construction, maintenance, and/or repair tasks? Check all that apply.Asphalt MaintenanceConcrete ConstructionLandscaping/Horticulture/Forestry/MowingHeavy Equipment operationAgriculture/FarmingVehicle and/or equipment repairSnow Plowing and/or RemovalCarpentry/constructionPlumbing/Mechanical/HVACOtherNone of the above07If you indicated "other" in the previous question, please describe your related construction, maintenance, and/or repair experience.08Are you able to communicate fluently in a non-English language?YesNo09Please list any non-English languages you are able to communicate in fluently. Also indicate if you're able to communicate verbally and/or in writing for each language listed.Required QuestionEmployer City of EaganAddress 3830 Pilot Knob RdEagan, Minnesota, 55122Phone 651-675-5000Website https://www.cityofeagan.com