General Maintenance Worker - Housekeeper​/Custodian

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* Working Title:

Housekeeper/Custodian*
* ** Job Class:
General Maintenance Worker*
* ** Agency:
Direct Care and Treatment*
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** Job ** : 92687

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** Location** :
St. Peter

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 07/08/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/14/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter AFSCME

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** Division/Unit** : DCT Support Services / DCT St Peter BLDG Services

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift; 7:00am - 3:30pm

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** Days of Work** :
Varies

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly; $43,576 - $54,037 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 203 - Service/AFSCME

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** Work Area** :
Forensic Mental Health Program & Minnesota Sex Offender Program

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

Direct Care & Treatment is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

** 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.

The State of Minnesota is looking for a dedicated professional who takes pride in maintaining a clean facility.  The position provides the full range of custodial and housekeeping services to assigned areas within the Forensic Mental Health Program and Minnesota Sex Offender Program, campus buildings, and rental areas. The custodian ensures that a clean, sanitary, and attractive environment is maintained for clients, staff and other personnel.

Duties for this position include:

+ Follow oral and written instructions.

+ Clean and maintain floors, windows, ceilings, walls, restrooms, client rooms, halls, offices, etc.

+ Operate mechanical cleaning equipment.

+ Pick up garbage and recyclable items.

+ Monitor cleaning and paper supplies for buildings.

+ Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.

+ Keep simple records.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* Experience:

+ Using proper cleaning methods and equipment to maintain a sanitary and attractive environment.

+ Selecting, applying and safely disposing of chemical cleaning agents (such as ammonia, bleaches, scouring agents and soaps).

+ Maintaining tools and equipment sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties and make minor repairs related to cleaning and maintenance.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Experience in cleaning and maintaining a multiple building complex or commercial facility.

+ Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

** Physical Requirements*
* This position requires good physical strength and ability to use cleaning tools effectively, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment, move up to 100 lbs. of furniture for cleaning purposes, and bend and reach as needed to clean facility, furniture and equipment.

** Additional Requirements*
* To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that you clearly describe your work experience in the areas listed for each job held.

REFERENCE CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals…