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General Maintenance Worker

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

SCSU - St Cloud Campus, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Aug 2026

About the role

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Working Title:

General Maintenance Worker

Institution:

St. Cloud State University

Classification Title:

General Maintenance Wrkr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.87 - $29.73

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide a clean and safe learning and working environment for St. Cloud State University. This position is considered essential during natural and man-made disasters and during inclement weather.  The employee will report for duty as directed by their supervisor and is subject to recall during these types of events.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Different types of flooring/floor coverings sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods.
Chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, bleach, scouring agents, and soaps; how to select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of them safely.
Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively, operate safely, and make minor repairs.

Ability to:

Follow simple oral and written instructions, and communicate using cell phone and email.
Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction and supervision, and keep simple records.
Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions such as lifting and carrying at least 40 pounds (occasionally overhead), and work in inclement weather.

Preferred Qualification

Good work habits and self-motivation.
Ability to organize work and manage time.
Working knowledge of circuit breaker boxes and fire alarm systems.

Other Requirements

Ability to lift 50 pounds, shovel/scrape ice and snow, repetitive bending and twisting, kneeling, sweeping, and mopping, work in enclosed areas, be able to go up and down stairs, move furniture, reach overhead, work in buildings after ventilation system is shut off, and stand for long periods of time.

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday 3:00-11:30pm

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.