General Maintenance Worker; FA

General Maintenance Worker (FA25050)

General Maintenance Worker (FA25050) position exists to provide a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for the staff, faculty, students, and guests of Minnesota State University, Mankato.

• Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor coverings 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.
• Knowledge of methods, tools and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.

• Follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
• Keep simple records.
• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Knowledge of the proper use of MSDS sheets, Right-to-Know regulations/Global Harmonization Standards (GHS), OSHA, Blood-borne Pathogen Standards, the proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), along with other safety practices required by local, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to work different shifts and flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

• Work in a variety of adverse weather conditions.
• Work above ground level such as on ladders and scaffolding.
• Work in buildings after ventilation systems have been shut off.

• Load/Unload Table Cart; 25-45 lbs; 18 lbs for moving cart;
  Lift table (usually done with two people).
• Gym Floor Matting; 40-50 lbs; 60 lbs for moving cart, 10 lbs for unrolling mat, 40-50 lbs lifting mat;
  Two people required to lift mats off cart. Must be positioned on floor and then rolled out.
• Dust Mopping; 11 lbs; 6 lbs on dry floor, 12 lbs on floor tracked with sand and salt;
  Gym floors are dusted before, during and after events.
• Snow Shoveling; 4 lbs; 10-40 lbs depending on the weight of the snow;
  Clean entries, sidewalks, and emergency exits (including 2nd floor exits).
• Trash Remote (Brute Container); 25-50 lbs; 2 lbs to push/pull cart, weight of barrel will vary depending on the quantity and type of trash;
  Transport bags or trash from site to larger receptacle (tilt truck).
• Trash Removal; 285 lbs; 23 lbs push/pull;
  Transport bags of trash from building to outdoor dumpster.
• Bleacher gates; 50 lbs;
  Portable gates for bleachers that must be lifted into place and removed when bleachers are needed for an event. May require two people to lift.
• Furniture; 100 lbs; 70 lbs;
  Two people lifting. Two - three people pushing/pulling.

Academic Year:
Sunday
- Thursday; 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Summer:
Monday
- Friday; 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

No. Eligible for exclusive on campus only.

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work‑life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes low‑cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and pre‑tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll‑over option. Employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.

Detailed plan information can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program website. Our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of paid parental leave. We also help secure your financial future with a robust pension plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Additionally, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for you and your dependents.

Specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.