General Maintenance Wrkr Job Bemidji area,Minnesota USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Job
Location:

Bemidji
Telework Eligible:
No
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Temporary
Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Bemidji State Univ-AFSCME
Division/Unit:
MnSCU Bemidji SU / MnSCU BSU Class M&E Payroll
Appointment Type:
Temporary, Full-time
Work Shift/

Work Hours:

Schedule Varies
Days of Work:
Schedule Varies;
Sunday - Saturday
Travel Required:

No
Salary Range: $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly; $43,576 - $54,037 / annually
Classified Status:
Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME
Work Area:
Housing & Residential Life Work Area
Anticipated

Start Date:

12/14/2026
End Date: 6/30/2027
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes

Working Title:

General Maintenance Wrkr Job Class:
General Maintenance Worker Agency:
Minnesota State 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.

Bemidji State University (BSU) invites applicants to join our team as a Temporary General Maintenance Worker. The Temporary General Maintenance Worker will provide daily cleaning and maintenance services for Bemidji State University.

An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check conducted through the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

Responsibilities of the Temporary General Maintenance Worker include:

Performing general maintenance and cleaning to include, but not limited to, elevators, kitchens, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, stairways, offices, closets, supply rooms, storage rooms, public areas, laundry rooms, laundry machines, basements, tunnels and other work areas in residential and academic buildings forming detailed cleaning and maintenance of assigned areas, hall rooms and apartments. Other duties include, vacuuming, cleaning rugs and upholstery, mopping, sweeping, stripping and waxing floors, changing light bulbs, emptying trash and recycle containers, washing walls and polishing other surfaces, washing windows, snow removal, performing monthly check on fire extinguishers, lofting of student beds, carpet extraction through various areas and buildings, and providing summer conference groups amenities as required.
Maintaining serviceability of all equipment and tools, notifying supervisor of need for replacement of equipment and supplies. Operating custodial equipment, such as industrial sweepers, and using a variety of cleaning and sanitizing agents in performing tasks as necessary.
Maintaining proper labeling, dilution, and understanding use of all chemical and cleaning products. Wearing personal protective equipment. Adhering to safety regulations so that the University is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and codes. Applying knowledge of applicable safety precautions and procedures. Securing work area as required.
Performing other duties as assigned within the realm of the General Maintenance Worker specifications and individual abilities as requested by the supervisor to fulfill the goals of BSU and facilities.
Monitoring building integrity and condition and performing general maintenance duties as necessary. Informing Facilities Services Supervisor of maintenance, equipment and supply needs. Ordering cleaning supplies as needed

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

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 or the ability to learn about them.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to make minor repairs and/or to operate and use them safely.
Experience keeping simple records, performing assigned tasks with limited direction, and following oral/written instructions.

Preferred qualifications include:

High School Diploma or GED.
Six months related experience.
Ability to communicate with customers,…