"General Repair Worker"

Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in keeping spaces running smoothly and looking great? We are looking for a skilled and dependable team member to help maintain and repair our buildings, equipment, and grounds. In this role, you will tackle a variety of tasks — from plumbing and carpentry to mechanical repairs — ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming. You will also play a key role in snow removal, event setups, moving furniture, and assisting with hauling supplies. Every day brings something new, and your contributions will directly support a positive experience for our students, staff, and visitors.

Salary Range: $26.37 to $30.35 per hour / $55,061 to $63,371 annually (2024-2025 salary guidelines)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of general methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (e.g., mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and to repair machinery, tools, and facilities in a timely and safe manner.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
• Ability to safely use hand and power hand tools.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain trucks, tractors, and other ground and road maintenance equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to provide work instructions to unskilled helpers.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting, carrying, and bending.
• State of MN Class D Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Diploma or AAS degree in a specialty trades area, such as carpentry, mechanics, welding, plumbing, masonry, electrical, etc.
• Special Boilers License or higher.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and controls.
• Knowledge of electrical systems.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems.
• Good Computer Skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to lead in a team setting.
• Ability to erect and work on high scaffolds and ladders.
• Knowledge of door lock hardware and keying.
• Knowledge of Right-to-Know laws OSHA regulations.
• Ability to layout and design small construction projects and configure material lists for those projects.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Other Requirements:

• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions, i.e., lifting, standing, carrying materials weighing up to 50 lbs., pulling, pushing, and working in extreme weather conditions when necessary.
• Ability to work above the ground level, such as on ladders and scaffolding.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work): Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Telework (Yes/No): No

About: Alexandria Technical Community College (ATCC) provides quality hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 4,200 students each year, and has been ranked Minnesota’s #1 Community College since 2020 (Wallethub, Niche, and UniversityHQ). ATCC offers more than 50 programs and transfer pathways in fields like business, design, education, human services, health, manufacturing, police training, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less, with some offerings as short as one semester. With a graduation rate more than double the national average and a 99% job placement rate, ATCC maintains a longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence.

The campus is located in the heart of lake country: Alexandria, Minnesota. The population is just over 14,000 within city limits, but Alexandria is a true destination, drawing residents from neighboring rural communities plus a tourism boom in warmer months. Alexandria is home to a thriving downtown district, excellent walking and biking trails, plenty of arts, museums, parks, wineries, breweries, and even a whiskey distillery. Paired with diverse year-round outdoor activities and more lakes than you can count, Alexandria is a small town that feels big.

Alexandria College is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities. Minnesota State is the fourth largest state higher education system in the United States with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses.