Housekeeper - General Maintenance Worker; GMW​/Part-Time, Day Shift

Position: Housekeeper - General Maintenance Worker (GMW) / Part-Time, Day Shift
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* Working Title:

Housekeeper*
* ** Job Class:
General Maintenance Worker*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs*
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** Job ** : 97196

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** Location** :
Bemidji

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Part-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 09/23/2026

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** Closing Date** : 10/06/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-AFSCME

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** Division/Unit** :
Bemidji Veterans Home / Housekeeping

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift / 6:00 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m.

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** Days of Work** :
Varies, including weekends as assigned

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 203 - Service/AFSCME

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** 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.

** It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) in Bemidji! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500. Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!*
* As a Housekeeper for the MVH-Bemidji, you will perform housekeeping and maintenance activities to ensure a clean, comfortable, healthy, and safe environment for our residents, staff and others, in accordance with established standards, guidelines, and applicable state and federal laws, rules, and policies.

This position is designated as part-time and day shift.  
** The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period
** and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

** _Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select_
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** Minimum Qualifications*
* _Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._

** 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 operate and use them effectively and make minor repairs

** Ability to:*
* + Use hand tools and handle fairly light materials manually

+ Perform work functions using ladders and scaffolding

+ Perform laundry functions

+ Function in adverse weather conditions

+ Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction

+ Make minor mechanical repairs to maintenance equipment

+ Operate simple maintenance equipment

+ Follow instructions, read and understand operational manuals, and keep simple records

** Additional Requirements*
* + A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS…