Working Title: Housekeeper

Job Class: General Maintenance Worker

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

Job ID : 94215

Location : Brainerd

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Part-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 05/13/2026

Closing Date : 05/19/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Brainerd AFSCME

Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / DCT Facilities Brainerd Staff

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 6:30am-3:00pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes; occasional travel to other DCT locations to provide back up support

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

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

Work Area : DCT Brainerd

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Brainerd Campus Physical Plant Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a part-time General Maintenance Worker!

The General Maintenance Worker position exists to minimize risk of spread of infection; maximize safety for staff, patients, and visitors; and to maintain cleanliness and orderliness.

Responsibilities Include:

Implement a routine program for cleanliness of building at the facility so that the Department of Health, OSHA, and facility standards are met and clients reside in a healthy and safe environment.

To know and understand the proper use of all chemicals, and equipment provided for use in the Housekeeping Department.

To assist the Groundskeeper in all @types of grounds work such as snow removal and the sanding and salting of stairs, porches and sidewalks.

Provide a safe and secure facility so that patients receive quality professional services in a therapeutic environment that is safe for patient and staff.

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.

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.

Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.

Snow removal equipment and process.

Ability to:

Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions

Follow simple oral and written instructions

Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction

Keep simple records

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and limited direction.

Experience using heavy equipment including bobcat, plow truck and/or lawn tractor for lawn maintenance or snow removal

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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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