General Maintenance Worker/Housekeeping - Full time nights

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a General Maintenance Worker/Housekeeping in Minneapolis. You will perform a variety of maintenance, cleaning, and laundry tasks in a resident care setting, including floors, windows, restrooms, and furniture care, with night hours and weekend requirements.

This full-time, nonexempt role offers benefits, union representation, and the possibility of professional growth within the Veterans Home system.

Qualifications

• Experience with building/room cleaning and general housekeeping in a care or institutional setting.
• Ability to use hand tools and maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to perform laundry tasks and operate related equipment.
• Comfort working nights and in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform indoor and outdoor maintenance, cleaning and laundry tasks in a resident care setting.
• Maintain floors, clean windows, dust furniture, and sanitize restrooms.
• Operate and maintain basic maintenance equipment and vacuums.
• Assist with laundry and delivery of residents' clothes.
• Follow safety guidelines and keep simple maintenance records.

Job description

• Telework Eligible: No

Working Title: General Maintenance Worker/Housekeeping

Job Class: General Maintenance Worker

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 96698
• Location: Minneapolis
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full -Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all eligible job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/24/2026
• Closing Date: 11/02/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home - Mpls - AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Housekeeping Staff A
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Night shift - 10:00 pm - 6:30 am
• Days of Work: Varies - based on business needs
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.87- $25.88 / hourly; $43,577 - $54,037 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME
• Work Area: Housekeeping
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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.

This job posting was previously posted (09/01/2026 - 09/10/2026). If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply unless you wish to add additional information to your application/resume.

This posting is designated as full‑time, nights. The work schedule will include 80 hours per 2‑week pay period and will include working on the weekends (Saturday, Sunday), holidays, and additional work hours, based on business needs. The positions are initially eligible for the full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500 if you are hired in a part‑time position that is represented by the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement!

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits (if eligible), a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

The Positions Will Perform a Variety Of Indoor And/or Outdoor Maintenance, Cleaning And Laundry Activities In a Resident Care Setting. Work Includes, But Is Not Limited To, The Following

• Maintain building floors and hallways using machines or manual processes by sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Clean windows, walls, curtain dividers, and window treatments using appropriate cleaning agents and ladders.
• Clean and maintain rooms and furniture by dusting, moving, rearranging, and setting up or taking down tables and chairs.
• Clean restrooms by scrubbing floors, sinks, and stools; maintaining supplies of soap and paper products; and emptying wastebaskets and trash containers.
• Clean assigned state‑maintained sidewalks by shoveling snow, applying sand and/or deicers, and removing ice, rubbish and other materials.
• Perform personal and regular laundry activities, including sorting and delivering residents´ clothes.
• Operate, maintain, and make minor repairs on vacuums and other maintenance equipment.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53‑acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Knowledge Of

• 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 ammonia, bleaches, scouring agents and soaps sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of safely.
• Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to operate and use them effectively and make minor repairs.

Ability To

• Use hand tools and handle fairly light materials manually.
• Perform work functions using ladders and scaffolding.
• Perform laundry functions.
• Function in adverse weather conditions.
• Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
• Make minor mechanical repairs to maintenance equipment.
• Follow instructions, read and understand operational manuals, and keep simple records.

Additional Requirements

This position also requires successful completion of the following:

A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x‑ray) is required prior to employment.

Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

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

Benefits

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
• 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.