Plant Maintenance Engineer

Location: Shakopee
Full-time, unlimited (regular) position

About the role

The Plant Maintenance Engineer at the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) – Shakopee plays a critical role in maintaining critical infrastructure, ensuring the well-being of all Minnesotans through skilled repairs and preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repairs on HVAC, power equipment, refrigeration, and food service systems
• Manage the energy management system and execute quarterly preventive maintenance tasks
• Maintain precise unit logs and mechanical room records for all assigned buildings
• Assist subcontractors and other trades as needed; adapt to and learn new facility systems

Requirements

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a First Class C Boiler Operator or higher
• Applicants with current licensure in Minnesota as a Second Class C Boiler Operator may be considered for a provisional appointment until obtaining licensure as a First Class C Boiler Operator

Physical Requirements

• Completion of pre-placement physical components may be required, including tuberculosis screening, commercial driver’s license (CDL) drug test, and/or respirator clearance
• Selected finalist may be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position

Additional Requirements

• Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check, including successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation
• Employment history, reference checks, and review of job performance and discipline records may be conducted
• New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment
• The Minnesota Department of Corrections does not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions; all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $34.16 - $39.66/hourly ($71,326 - $82,810 annually)
• One of the state’s most affordable health insurance plans, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays each year
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Defined-benefit pension providing lifetime monthly income after retirement (after working at least three years)
• Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP), a voluntary 457(b) savings plan to supplement pension
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility (some positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily living/convenience services, including chore services, home repair, trip planning, and child/elder care
• Free parking and workout facilities at most locations
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities

Schedule

• Day shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Days of work: Monday – Friday
• No travel required