General Maintenance Worker

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$20.51 - 25.43

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

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Physical Plant

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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 drivers 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 drivers 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 MnSCUs 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 you have questions about the position contact Felicia Telecky at or .

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 opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.

• Trust and Respect We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.

• Collaboration We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.

• Curiosity and Creativity We constantly strive to understand learn change and improve.

• Accountability As individuals and groups we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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