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The Saint Paul Police Department is hiring a Custodian Engineer III to perform expert-level work in supervising and directing (three or more) custodial and custodial engineer workers. This position works to maintain grounds and buildings by applying advanced knowledge of maintenance procedures, techniques, terminology, and best practices, and provide guidance to others on proper methods. Here’s what you can expect to do: Assess facility maintenance needs and coordinate the equipment, tools, supplies, staffing, and work schedules necessary to complete projects and ongoing program responsibilities. Operate, maintain, and oversee the safe use of vehicles, equipment, tools, office equipment, and computer software, and train staff on proper operation, maintenance, and safety procedures. Monitor, maintain, and repair heating and cooling plant systems, and clean and maintain grounds and buildings. Evaluate equipment maintenance, replacement, and procurement needs, develop recommendations, and resolve operational issues to support efficient and effective maintenance activities. Lift, carry, move, and position equipment, tools, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, including maneuvering materials around obstacles and under adverse conditions. Apply applicable laws, regulations, standards, manufacturer specifications, policies, and procedures to ensure the proper maintenance of grounds, buildings, and related systems. Perform work safely and effectively in a variety of environmental and weather conditions. For more information and essential functions, see our job description . Information Specific to this Position: This position works Monday - Friday 7 AM to 3:30 PM and is located at 367 Grove St, Saint Paul, MN. May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Four years of progressively responsible experience performing custodial duties to include cleaning buildings and facilities, maintaining grounds, and maintaining heating and cooling systems. Must possess a Second Class C Operating Engineer's License. Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A legible copy of your Second Class C Operating Engineer's license, and A resume (optional) First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide . Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627. Assessment: Qualifications Rating The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline. GENERAL INFORMATION: Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method. Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, and Saint Paul Police background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Human Resources Contact Information: Ellen Friedman at 651-266-6533 email: ellen.friedman@stpaul.gov The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. Veteran’s Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.