General Maintenance Worker

• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Working Title:
  
  General Maintenance Worker
• Job Class:
  General Maintenance Worker
• Agency:
  Administration Dept
• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/11/2026
• Closing Date: 09/22/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME
• Division/Unit:
  Itasca River Janitorial
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift 6am-2:30 pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Between buildings on Capitol complex
• Salary Range: $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly; $43,576 - $54,037 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME
• Work Area: BCA Maryland
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  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.

• A working knowledge of different types of flooring, and 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.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions and keep simple records.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
• A driver's license with acceptable driving record.

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.

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American Databank, Department of Revenue background check and the BCA background check and driver’s license check. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

If you have questions about this position, contact Teresa Mills ls.us or .

The Department of Administration is a core service agency serving the Governor, Legislature, state agencies, local governments, and the public. Our mission is to provide leadership, innovation, solutions, and support to help our partners succeed. To learn more about us, please visit mn.gov/admin.

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