General Maintenance Worker

State of Minnesota; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota State in Minnesota is seeking a General Maintenance Worker to handle housekeeping, maintenance, and minor repairs across campus facilities. You will support safety, security, and operations within your assigned area, ensuring clean, safe, and healthful conditions at all times.

The role requires ability to follow instructions, physical endurance, and the capacity to perform tasks with limited supervision. Shift is 2:30 PM–11:00 PM, Monday–Friday, in Coon Rapids.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of communication to perform duties.
• Awareness of different flooring types and maintenance methods.
• Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents and safe handling/disposal.
• Familiarity with tools and equipment used in maintenance and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain housekeeping and general maintenance in assigned areas.
• Perform repairs to ensure safe, clean, healthful spaces.
• Assist in safety, security, and operations of the college.

Skills

Communication

Flooring maintenance

Cleaning chemicals

Maintenance tools

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Working Title: General Maintenance Worker
Job Class: General Maintenance Worker
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 97720
• Location: Coon Rapids
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/14/2026
• Closing Date: 11/03/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Ank/Ramsey CC-Coon Rpds-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Anoka Ramsey CC / MnSCU Ank Ram CC Maintenance 4
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: 2:30 PM- 11:00 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly; $43,576 - $54,037 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Facilities department strives to ensure a clean and safe environment that is inclusive and meets the needs of diverse populations on campus. This position is responsible for all housekeeping, general maintenance and repairs required within an assigned area to ensure clean, safe, healthful conditions in all spaces of the assigned area at all times. Also, this position requires to assist in safety, security and operations of the college.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Communication sufficient to perform the required duties described above.
• Different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents and equipment.
• Chemical cleaning agents such as soaps sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply and dispose of safely.
• Methods, tools and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.

Ability to:

• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.
• Follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
• Keep simple records.

Preferred Qualifications

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Yusra Hussain at [e-mail].

About Minnesota State

We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment. We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition waiver
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.