General Maintenance Worker - General Maintenance Worker

Working Title:
General Maintenance Worker - General Maintenance Worker

Job Class:
General Maintenance Worker

Agency:
Minnesota State

• Job : 92589

• Location :
  Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible :
  No

• Full/Part Time :
  Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary :
  Unlimited

• Who May Apply :
  Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/04/2026

• Closing Date : 03/11/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Minneapolis TC-AFSCME

• Division/Unit :
  MnSCU Minneapolis TC / MnSCU Minneapolis TC Prof/Supr

• Appointment Type :
  Unlimited, Full-time

• Work Shift/Work Hours :
  Day Shift / 6:00am - 2:30pm

• Days of Work :
  Monday - Friday

• Travel Required :
  No

• Salary Range: $20.51 - $25.43 / hourly; $42,824 - $53,097 / annually

• Classified Status :
  Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

• Work Area :
  Facilities

• FLSA Status :
  Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
  700/) :
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to provide a clean, safe and healthy environment to all Minneapolis College customers through performing general maintenance duties according to a regular schedule and specially assigned maintenance and repair activities. It is also designed to provide our customers with support required to set up the facility for special events and instructional periods.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Complete seasonal cleaning projects to include carpet extraction, stripping and waxing floors, and detailed cleaning as assigned by supervisor.

• Use equipment consistent with its intended purpose and design.

• Report any defective, broken, or unsafe equipment to your supervisor. Attach tag on the handle of the equipment stating problem, date, and name of person reporting the problem.

• Comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, and participate in mandatory training, testing, and certification for employees and equipment safety and maintenance.

• Operate all equipment, and store and handle all supplies, in a safe manner. Utilize the appropriate personnel safety equipment.

• Clean and disinfect urinals, toilets, sinks, counters and work areas using trigger sprayers and C3 machines.

• Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents and equipment.

• Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, bleaches, scouring agents and soaps sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of safely.

• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.

• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perceive and determine potential safety hazards.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited direction.

• Ability to use database programs sufficient to enter and retrieve information and keep simple records.

• Regularly engage in bending, lifting, and maneuvering tasks.

• Navigate uneven terrains while moving from place to place.

• Maintain seated or standing positions for prolonged duration.

• Frequently transport items up to 25 pounds.

Current and or former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College for consideration.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at  or email careers.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.