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General Maintenance Worker

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 3h ago

Working Title: General Maintenance Worker

Job Class: General Maintenance Worker

Agency: Administration Dept

Job ID : 94438

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 05/28/2026

Closing Date : Continuous opening

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME

Division/Unit : PM Evening

Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift

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 : Various

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

Join our team of dedicated maintenance staff today! Custodians are responsible for maintaining clean and safe State buildings in and around the State Capitol Complex in St. Paul. Their duties include routine maintenance such as sweeping, dust mopping, vacuuming, emptying waste and recycling bins, cleaning restrooms, and more. Positions are ideal for hard workers that enjoy self-directed work while still being part of a team environment.

This posting is used to fill several positions for all State Office Buildings on the Capitol Complex. These positions are fulltime evening shift working from 4pm to Midnight. However, some positions may be day shift or have variable hours. Specific building and shift options will be discussed at the time of interview based on current availability. Employees working 2nd shift receive a $2.25/hour pay differential.

Applications received in response to this announcement will be used to fill openings at various building locations as they become available. All buildings are located in St. Paul on or near the State Capitol Complex.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Different @types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents and equipment

A working knowledge of commercial cleaners such as 3M Twist 'n Fill Chemical Management System. Cleaning agent(s) may include, but are not limited to; disinfectants, non-acid bowl cleaner, multipurpose cleaner, glass cleaner, and disinfecting wipes. Must have the ability to appropriately select the agents(s) handle, apply and dispose of safely.

Methods, tools and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use them effectively and operate safely

Ability to:

Use hand tools and operate electric cleaning/maintenance equipment.

Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.

Establish and maintain good customer service relationships with clientele and co-workers.

Perform the physical aspects of the job as described above

Physical Requirements

Successful candidate must pass pre-employment physical. Physical Demands: Work Performance Testing (WPT). Job involves exerting up to 20-35 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 6-20 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 5 pounds of force constantly to move or lift objects.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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