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General Repair Worker

Minnesota State
Hutchinson, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Dec 2025
💰 $60,000/yr($52,000/yr$60,000/yr)

About the role

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

General Repair Worker

Institution:

Ridgewater College

Classification Title:

General Repair Worker

Bargaining Unit / Union:

218: Non-Unit

City:

Hutchinson

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Temporary (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$26.77 - $30.81

Job Description

This position exists to provide general repair and maintenance work and performs semi-skilled jobs in a variety of trade areas. This position will maintain, repair, and clean the college buildings, grounds and equipment in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of them can be made at all times. Primarily responsible for the daily cleaning and maintenance services for the East Campus and the NDT lab. This position will provide assistance to the Plant Maintenance Engineer (PME) in the general repair and maintenance of the HVAC system. This position will also assist with snow and ice removal from parking lots and sidewalks as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

  • General facilities and equipment upkeep

  • Performs carpentry related functions so the campus facilities are maintained and improved.

  • Maintain the Hutchinson East Campus and NDT Lab in neat clean condition. Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Repair.

  • Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

Salary Range:

$26.77-$30.81/ hr.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Knowledge of general methods and practices of a variety of trade areas (e.g. mechanics, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing and carpentry) sufficient to assist licensed trades workers and to repair machinery, tools and facilities in a timely and safe manner.

  • Knowledge of occupation hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to safely and efficiently perform the job duties. Ability to safely use hand and power hand tools.

  • Ability to safely operate and maintain trucks, tractors, and other ground and road maintenance equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

  • Ability to provide work instructions to unskilled helpers.

  • Ability to perform physically demanding task.

  • Must have and maintain a valid class D driver’s license.

Preferred Qualification 

  • Special Steam Engineers License or higher or the ability to obtain one.

  • Wide knowledge of wall and floor coverings (painting of walls, vinyl wall coverings, flooring materials and repair of various flooring)

  • Thorough knowledge of building custodial practices and procedures and equipment, materials and supplies.

  • Ability to write reports.

  • Knowledge of building utilities maintenance and repair on a large facility.

  • Knowledge of physical building systems such as HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical to help troubleshoot problems.

  • Class A CDL License

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

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

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Institution Information

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

  • Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.

  • Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.

  • Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine

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