Dakota County Fix-it Clinics (Age 16 +)

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Description

General Description

It takes time and money to handle all the waste we throw away.  When we reduce the amount of stuff we buy and eventually throw away, we end up with more time, space and money.  Fix-It Clinics provide an opportunity for residents to receive free assistance from repair savvy volunteers guiding them through each step from troubleshooting to completed repair.

 

Several volunteer opportunities are available to help at a Fix-It Clinic. Volunteer fixers who have skills in soldering, electronics repair, electrical repair, sewing, wood working and general tinkering are essential to making the clinics successful. General volunteers to greet residents are needed as well. 

 

Location/Date/Time 

Locations change each month and are hosted at various sites across Dakota County. Clinics usually are held on the third Saturday or Sunday of the month in the afternoons. Check the Dakota County Fix-It Clinic page for upcoming clinics.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist residents in simple repairs of items
  • Provide and encourage a friendly environment of learning and troubleshooting
  • Guide people through each step from troubleshooting to completed repair

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Volunteer fixers who have skills in soldering, electronics repair, electrical repair, sewing, wood working and general tinkering. General volunteers greet residents are needed as well
  • Must be 16 or older

 

Minimum Time Commitment

4 + hours

 

Activity Level

Medium - May involve varying amounts of activity. Comfortable, sturdy shoes recommended.

 

Other Information

Check the Dakota County Fix-It Clinic page for upcoming clinics.

 

Contact Information

Garrett Zaffke

garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us 

Details

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