Maintenance & Operations Worker

Position Summary

The current vacancies are in the Ramsey County Parks & Recreation department. The eligibility list created by these vacancies may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.

Join Ramsey County Parks & Recreation and help maintain the parks, facilities, and recreational spaces that our community enjoys year-round! As a Maintenance & Operations Worker , you'll be part of a team responsible for maintaining, cleaning, and operating ice arenas, parks, golf courses, and other recreational facilities. This hands-on, public-facing position offers a variety of work environments and opportunities to serve people from all backgrounds.

What You Should Know About The Position

• Schedules: Most positions require regular evening and weekend work. Work schedules and locations are determined through a bidding process. This is a full-time, permanent position.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL): A Class A CDL is required, but you do not need one to apply. Training is provided, and you can obtain your CDL after starting employment.
• Drug testing: Employment requires drug testing, including THC (cannabis), in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Experience: No previous parks and recreation experience is necessary! We welcome experience in maintenance, custodial work, parks, and customer service.

We're looking for dependable, service-oriented people who enjoy hands-on work, working as part of a team, and helping create welcoming, well-maintained public spaces for everyone.

BASIC FUNCTION: To perform maintenance, cleaning, and building service duties in County and regional parks and recreational areas, golf courses, and ice arenas; and perform related duties as assigned.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

• Maintain indoor ice-skating arena to include inspecting ice for thickness and temperature, checking and adjusting refrigeration controls, flooding ice, operating ice resurfacing equipment, installing recreational equipment, and removing and installing scoreboards.
• Take readings of refrigeration equipment and make necessary compressor adjustments to maintain ice temperature.
• Clean and maintain buildings to include sweeping and mopping floors, picking up and removing trash, performing remedial painting of walls and fixtures, and washing walls, windows, tables, sinks, toilets and related items.
• Maintain and operate building security and fire systems.
• Repair building fixtures and equipment such as doors, windows, locks, sinks, toilets, chairs, tables and lockers.
• Repair dasher boards, concrete floors, condensers, electrical motors, and furnaces; may perform minor welding or metal fabrication work.
• Monitor facility air quality, utilizing air quality measuring device and follow prescribed MDH record keeping.
• Sell and schedule arena rentals, sell tickets, receive payments and maintain records of arena use and cash received, to include bank deposits and daily cash accounting.
• Provide friendly and courteous customer service to parks and arena patrons by sharpening skate, administering emergency first aid, responding to complaints, crowd control and enforcement of arena/park rules.
• Maintain parks, arenas and golf courses by mowing grass, planting and pruning trees, shrubs and bushes, cutting and removing dead trees and brush, watering grass, trees, and flower beds, applying fertilizer and pesticides, picking up and removing leaves, erecting fences, grooming golf greens, fairways, and tees, aerating turf, maintaining sand bunkers, and performing similar duties.
• Remove snow from sidewalks and driveways using shovels, snow blower, or truck with snow blade attachment.
• Operate cross-country snowmaking and grooming equipment and maintain cross-country skiing trails.
• Operate computer and County software programs to perform various work tasks.
• Install and remove playground and beach equipment, tables, chairs, grills, signs, barriers, and related equipment.
• Maintain vehicles and mechanical equipment by changing oil, lubricating parts, sharpening mower blades, changing filters, and changing tires.
• Clean, adjust, and maintain tools and equipment in good working order.
• Transport equipment to various sites by driving trucks with trailers; change tractor implements.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17.

Minimum Qualifications Education: Education sufficient to provide the knowledge required; and is likely to be obtained by attending high school.

Experience: One (1) year experience in parks, ice arenas, golf course maintenance or general grounds maintenance; or facility operation and maintenance; or customer service; or a directly related field.

Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certification /Licensure: Must have commercial driver license permit within 6 months of hire date and obtain commercial driver license, class A, within one year of hire. Positions in this job class are subject to drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation rules. Testing negative on required tests is a condition of employment. May be required to obtain pesticide applicator’s license, depending on assignment.

Other: Positions in this job class are subject to drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation rules. Testing negative on required tests is a condition of employment.

As required by the FMCSA, once you have accepted a job offer you will be required to register for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and consent to a full query of your Clearinghouse record. Click this link to learn more about the clearinghouse. Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse for CDL Drivers. (Download PDF reader)

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following sections with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for the Maintenance & Operations Worker will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions - do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Maintenance & Operations Worker. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 90 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

The applicants who pass the examination/Training and Experience Rating with a score of 65 or higher will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

In Addition, You Will Be Subject To The Following

• Pre-employment physical work simulation
• Drug and Alcohol testing

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

Electronic application is preferred. If you need to apply via paper application, to print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (Download PDF reader). You will need to submit a completed paper application AND the supplemental questions associated with this posting.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact [email protected]

Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2026-02/Total%20Rewards%20Guide%202026.pdf

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium

• Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance – three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity

• MetLife Dental Insurance – two plan options offered

• VSP Vision Insurance – Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program

• Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option

• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off

• Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 10 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)

• 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays

• Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below

• Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)

• Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits

• Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments

• New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years

• Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match

• Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking

• Fully funded Metropass.

• Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being

• Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.

• Wellness programming

• Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave

• County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available

• Long-term Disability – County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee’s lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum

• Short-term Disability – option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development

• Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year

• Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center

• County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Employee resource groups – help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2026 benefits, visit: https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2026-02/Total%20Rewards%20Guide%202026.pdf

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• Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select "yes" if you have read and understand.
• Yes
• No

02

Are you at least 18 years of age or will be within the next 6 months?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

• Select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.
• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

05

• Which best describes your experience in parks, ice arenas, golf course maintenance or general grounds maintenance; or facility operation and maintenance; or customer service; or a directly related field.
• No experience
• Less than 1 years of experience
• At least 1 years of experience but less than 3 years
• At least 3 years of experience but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years of experience but less than 7 years
• 7 years of experience or more

06

• Describe the experience indicated in questions 4 & 5 above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."

07

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you specifically have in Parks and Recreation Departments, Construction, Building Maintenance, Janitorial, Landscaping, Golf or Arena Operations, or a directly related field?

• No experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

08

How many years of experience do you have providing customer service/information/answers to help customers or clients resolve issues; this experience can be in person or over the phone.

• No experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

09

Please indicate whether you are fluent in any of the languages below. CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.

• American Sign Language
• Hmong
• Karen
• Russian
• Somali
• Spanish
• Other
• None

10

Choose the statement that best describes your experience interacting with people from cultural or ethnic backgrounds different from your own.

• I have had very limited contact with diverse populations
• I have had informal contact with people from many different cultures through everyday life
• I have experience in a professional or para-professional position where one or more group(s) of a different culture, other than the majority, makes up LESS THAN 50% of the client population.
• I have experience in a professional or para-professional position where one or more group(s) of a different culture, other than the majority, makes up AT LEAST 50% of the client population.

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• Describe the experience indicated in questions 10 above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."
• Required Question