General Maintenance Worker

Minnesota; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Alexandria, Minnesota, is searching for a General Maintenance Worker who will enhance the environment through cleaning, maintenance, and grounds work. The position offers a salary range of $20.21 to $28.79 per hour, plus benefits in a collaborative setting. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and knowledge of cleaning methods and materials.

Benefits

Generous benefits, including 11 paid holidays

Low-cost medical and dental insurance

Professional development opportunities

Tuition waiver program for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance.
• Ability to keep simple records.

Responsibilities

• Provide general cleaning and maintenance.
• Perform minor construction and grounds work.
• Report to the Facilities Services Supervisor.

Skills

Knowledge of flooring maintenance

Knowledge of cleaning agents

Ability to follow instructions

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Professional cleaning equipment

Job description

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General Maintenance Worker

Apply locations Alexandria time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 11, 2025 (11 days left to apply) job requisition id JR0000002745

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

Working Title:

General Maintenance Worker

Institution:

Alexandria Technical and Community College

Classification Title:

General Maintenance Wrkr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

Alexandria

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.21 - $28.79

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to enhance the environment for internal and external customers by providing general cleaning, maintenance, painting, perform minor construction and grounds work for the grounds and buildings.

This position will report to the Facilities Services Supervisor.

Salary Range:

$20.21 to $25.05 per hour / $42,198 to $52,304 annually / plus $2.25 per hour shift differential (when applicable)

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.

• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions such as use of hand tools and handle fairly light materials manually, to perform work functions using ladders and scaffolding, and to function in adverse weather conditions.

• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.

• Ability to keep simple records.

Preferred Qualification:

• High School Diploma.

• Current State of MN Class D Driver’s License.

• Computer skills sufficient to use email and project tracking system.

• Expertise with floor care (hard surfaces and carpets).

• Basic knowledge of professional cleaning equipment.

• Ability to make minor mechanical repairs to and operate simple maintenance equipment.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to move and/or transport items weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

• Ability to push and pull, bend, lift, and maneuver items daily.

• Ability to work in buildings after ventilation systems have been shut off.

• Ability to operate motor equipment safely and precisely.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):

Monday through Thursday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Telework (Yes/No):

No

About:

Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC) provides quality hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 4,200 students each year, and has been ranked Minnesota’s #1 Community College since 2020 (Wallethub, Niche, and UniversityHQ). ATCC offers more than 50 programs and transfer pathways in fields like business, design, education, human services, health, manufacturing, police training, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less, with some offerings as short as one semester. With a graduation rate more than double the national average and a 99% job placement rate, ATCC maintains a longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence.

The campus is located in the heart of lake country: Alexandria, Minnesota. The population is just over 14,000 within city limits, but Alexandria is a true destination, drawing residents from neighboring rural communities plus a tourism boom in warmer months. Alexandria is home to a thriving downtown district, excellent walking and biking trails, plenty of arts, museums, parks, wineries, breweries, and even a whiskey distillery. Paired with diverse year-round outdoor activities and more lakes than you can count, Alexandria is a small town that feels big.

Alexandria College is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities. Minnesota State is the fourth largest state higher education system in the United States with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses.

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.

Desired Start Date:

08-01-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

06-26-2025

Close Date:

07-11-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Renae Rae Kasper

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]

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