General Maintenance Worker

There presently exist 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.
• Vacuums, 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.

(*) indicates tasks which have been identified as essential job functions.

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

• 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.

• 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.

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States and are on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

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

• 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 must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
• Qualified applicants must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation and meet the position's physical requirements.