General Maintenance Worker

Working Title: General Maintenance Worker

Job Class: General Maintenance Worker

Agency: Administration Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/02/2024

• Closing Date : Open until filled. Resumes will be reviewed in batches. First review to begin on 4/11/2024.

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

• Division/Unit : PM Itasca River Janitorial

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $17.77 - $23.97 / hourly; $37,103 - $50,049 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

• Work Area : Capitol complex or BCA

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

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 job posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.

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.

• Follow simple oral and written instructions.

• Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.

• Keep simple records.

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

• Perform the physical aspects of the job as described above

• Speak and understand basic English

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to maintain consistent employment

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-Department of Revenue background check and the BCA background check and EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE CHECKS.

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 ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.