General Maintenance Worker

Kind of Work
There presently exists three vacancies for General Maintenance Workers in the Property Management Department. These are permanent, full-time positions located in Duluth, MN. General Maintenance Workers provide janitorial maintenance work at an assigned County facility.

• 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. at the Government Services Building on an assigned floor.
• 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. at the Duluth Courthouse on an assigned floor.
• 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Duluth Jail.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $21.28 – $28.75 per hour. Employees working a regular shift commencing between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. shall, in addition to their hourly pay, receive a shift differential equal to $0.90 per hour.

• Sweeps, dusts, damp mops, strips, seals and waxes floors.
• Vacumms, spot cleans and shampoos carpets and rugs.
• Collects and disposes of recycling and trash.
• Cleans windows and window treatments.
• Refills soap, towel and toilet tissue dispensers.
• Cleans and polishes handrails, fixtures and elevators.
• Replaces defective light bulbs.
• Performs thorough cleaning of ceilings, walls and vents as required.
• Performs minor repairs on janitorial equipment, as specified.
• Assists in lifting and relocating office furniture and equipment.
• Removes snow from walks, driveways and parking areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas using established practices and procedures.
• Operates light equipment, including skid steers, related to the upkeep and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Cleans and maintains equipment; stocks supplies in janitor closets in orderly condition.
• Ensures outside and inside doors are locked and advises supervisor or authorities of suspicious situations.
• Assists maintenance workers and maintenance helpers as assigned.
• Demonstrates punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work schedule.
• Complies with applicable safety rules, laws, and practice; uses proper safety equipment and procedures in all operations.
• Performs related duties as required.

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Six (6) months full-time paid verifiable experience in custodial, janitorial, building maintenance or closely related work.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

• July 8, 2026 – Applicant screening will begin.
• Week of July 20, 2026 – Supplemental question scoring to be completed.
• Week of August 3, 2026 – Interviews to be conducted.

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service.
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Employees are part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States and may not be sponsored for employment visas.