Job Class: Transporation Materials TechnicianAgency: Transporation
Job ID: 81188
Location: Maple Grove
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 11/02/2024
Closing Date: 11/08/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
Division/Unit: Metro/Metro Building Maintenance - Maple Grove
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes. Travel includes picking up parts and traveling to other facility management properties as needed.
Salary Range: $22.57 - $31.89 / hourly; $47,126 - $66,586 / annually
Classified Status: Classified/Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area: Metro District/Facility Management/Maple Grove Location
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.When you start a career with us, you may be eligible for a hiring bonus of $5,000! Current MnDOT employees who refer a hired candidate may be eligible for a referral bonus of $1000!This position provides purchasing and inventory management of various commodities and MnDOT materials. Performs a broad range of work activities associated with purchasing, inventory management, fixed asset management, contract administration, specification, disposal, and parts, supplies, equipment, and materials disbursement within the guidelines of the Materials Management Plan.NOTE: The incumbent in this position is required to be immediately accessible to a phone and be able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called.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 QualificationsTo qualify for Transportation Materials Technician, applicants must meet one of the following:
One year of experience working with the Minnesota Department of Transportation's Materials Management System sufficient to research equipment, parts, and materials through a variety of resources and methods; establish and evaluate product comparison data; and analyze detailed reports to recommend/determine and purchase appropriate inventory.
OR
Two years of experience working with automated Materials Management/Inventory Management Systems sufficient to research heavy equipment parts and/or construction materials; compile, analyze, and evaluate product comparison data, write specifications, prepare solicitations, analyze bids and select vendors; and purchase inventory.
Experience using various software applications (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, etc.) sufficient to research, update and report on inventory.
Accounting sufficient to analyze costs, invoicing and budgets.
Valid Class D Driver's License
The successful candidate must achieve the following certifications within 6 months of hire:
Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) Certificate for up to $10,000 from the Minnesota Department of Administration.
Forklift Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of terminology related to construction, maintenance (repair and maintenance of equipment, facility operations, etc.), and electronic / electrical operations.
Experience with ordering automotive parts.
Experience using SWIFT inventory management systems.
Physical RequirementsPre-Employment Physical Exam: A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who 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 RequirementsIt 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 EMPLOYERMinnesota 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.
