General Maintenance Worker; Evening

There presently exists one vacancy for a General Maintenance Worker in the Property Management Department. This is a permanent, full‑time position located in Duluth, MN. General Maintenance Workers provide janitorial maintenance work at an assigned County facility. The available shift is from 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. at the Duluth Government Services Center on an assigned floor.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $20.46 – $27.64 per hour. 2026 rates are currently pending. Employees working a regular shift commencing between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. shall, in addition to their hourly pay, receive a shift differential equal to $0.90 per hour.

• Sweeps, dusts, damp mops, strips, seals and waxes floors.
• Vacuums, spot cleans and shampoos carpets and rugs.
• Collects and disposes of recycling and trash.
• Cleans windows and window treatments.
• Refills soap, towel and toilet tissue dispensers.
• Cleans and polishes handrails, fixtures and elevators.
• Replaces defective light bulbs.
• Performs thorough cleaning of ceilings, walls and vents as required.
• Performs minor repairs on janitorial equipment, as specified.
• Assists in lifting and relocating office furniture and equipment.
• Removes snow from walks, driveways and parking areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas using established practices and procedures.
• Operates light equipment, including skid steers, related to the upkeep and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Cleans and maintains equipment; stocks supplies in janitor closets in orderly condition.
• Ensures outside and inside doors are locked and advises supervisor or authorities of suspicious situations.
• Assists maintenance workers and maintenance helpers as assigned.
• Demonstrates punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work schedule.
• Complies with applicable safety rules, laws, and practice; uses proper safety equipment and procedures in all operations.
• Performs related duties as required.

An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks to ensure the cleanliness, sanitation, safety and security of County facilities. Duties include cleaning facilities, maintaining equipment and making minor repairs. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

CONSTANT
:
Balance, grasp/handle, stand, walk and vision.
FREQUENT
:
Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; reach, rotate trunk, stoop/bend, works alone, outside.
OCCASIONAL
:
Push/pull up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, crouch/squat, customer/public contact.
RARE
:
Lift up to 20 pounds, lift/carry up to 40 pounds, push/pull up to 55 pounds, climb step ladders, crawl, kneel, reach above shoulder, sit.

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Six (6) months full‑time paid verifiable experience in custodial, janitorial, building maintenance or closely related work.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process. Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 10‑15.

• February 25, 2026 – Applicant screening will begin.
• Week of March 9, 2026 – Supplemental question scoring to be completed.
• Week of March 16, 2026 – Interviews to be conducted.

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of the document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service.
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable…