General Maintenance Worker

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Working Title:

General Maintenance Worker

Institution:

Ridgewater College

Classification Title:

General Maintenance Wrkr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

Hutchinson

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.51 - 25.43

Work Shift:

Monday - Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM; Friday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Work Area:

Physical Plant

Telework:

No

Job Description

This position provides general custodial activities under general supervision for all state-owned structures, land, and state-maintained structures and grounds. Duties are performed according to regularly assigned schedules, with priority given to specific areas/locations.  Activities may include light maintenance, operation of equipment as needed, routine cleaning and housekeeping, groundskeeping, special maintenance and repair activities, special events, and other related work as required to maintain a pleasant, healthful, aesthetic, and secure environment for all staff and clientele. Note: Shift differential is paid from 6:00PM-8:30PM at $2.25/per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor covering 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.

• Ability to have the physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.

• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction and ability to keep simple records.

• Must have a valid Minnesota State class D driver’s license.

Preferred Qualification 

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

• Special Class C Boilers License or higher, or the ability to obtain one.

• Current class A CDL driver’s license.

• Ability to write reports.

• Some knowledge of building utilities maintenance, and repair.

Application Requirement

Online application deadline is 11:59 PM on November 12, 2025.

Application must include:

• Online Employment Application

• Resume

About

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 11 paid holidays each year

• Medical Insurance (Single Coverage $38.50 per month, and Family Coverage is $262.66 per month)

• Dental Insurance (low deductibles)

• Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

• Retirement Plan

• Tax-deferred Compensation

• Generous vacation and sick leave

• Tuition Waiver

Additional 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.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Felicia Telecky at felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu or 320-234-8534.

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