Refrigeration Mechanic

Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

• Operate, repair, and maintain all heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment on state radio communication buildings in order to maintain a climate-controlled environment in regard to temperature, ventilation, and humidity.
• Perform journey-level mechanical and mill wright work to all air handling systems
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of electrical components associated with HVAC equipment such as electrical motors, motor starters, and safety and control switches with low to 24 volts.
• Comply with MPCA and EPA regulations for refrigerant handling and recovery procedures.
• Maintain and repair emergency power generators so that they are available 24/7 when needed. Immediate repairs to essential power systems as required for emergency communication support.
• Maintain tower sites and assist with tower site development, including shelter repairs, pesticide/herbicide application, fencing and grounding repairs.
• Perform as a general building maintenance team member and troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, install and maintain building systems and components.

Why MnDOT?

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Earn 13 days paid sick time
• Defined pension plan
• Paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave available
• Some telework may be available
• And more!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two or more years of journey-level refrigeration mechanic experience in the maintenance and repair of major air conditioning and refrigeration systems, e.g., central air conditioning, window air conditioners, HVAC, and commercial refrigeration.
• Universal EPA Certification for Handling of Refrigerants.
• Requires a Class D Driver’s License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver’s license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers if the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds.

Please note: Appliance or home refrigerator repair will not meet the minimum standard.

How to Apply:

Please Apply Online by 3/31/2025:

Go to www.mn.gov/careers
Click “Search open positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “84646” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
Click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Professional Organization/Association – AASHTO
Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Contact for Additional Information:

Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist

Laura.Saari@state.mn.us

651-370-0971