General Maintenance Worker - Intermittent / General Maintenance Worker

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is seeking a General Maintenance Worker - Intermittent for Century College in White Bear Lake. The role involves custodial and light maintenance across campus facilities, with no guaranteed schedule and shifts offered as needed.

Work hours are nights 8:30pm to 5:00am, Sunday through Thursday. This on‑call position emphasizes safety, teamwork with Facilities, and keeping classrooms, labs, and common areas clean and welcoming for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and floor types.
• Ability to follow simple instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Must possess a current/valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift 40–60 lbs and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine janitorial, custodial, and housekeeping duties across classrooms, labs, offices, study areas, auditoriums, cafeterias, and more to ensure a clean, safe campus.
• Follow safety procedures and properly handle cleaning chemicals with PPE.
• Support event setups, grounds work, and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Collaborate with Facilities team to ensure safe, clean, and well‑functioning campus facilities.

Skills

Flooring knowledge

Chemical cleaners

Maintenance tools

Job description

• Telework Eligible: No
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Intermittent

Working Title: General Maintenance Worker - Intermittent / General Maintenance Worker

Job Class: General Maintenance Worker

Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 97619
• Location: White Bear Lake
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent - Intermittent/On-Call Position: There is no set schedule or guaranteed number of hours for this position. Work opportunities are offered on an as-needed basis, and the timing and frequency of shifts may vary.
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/09/2026
• Closing Date: 10/22/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State / Century College
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Century Lakewood CC / MnSCU Century CTC Class/A
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Intermittent
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Nights / 8:30pm - 5:00am
• Days of Work: Sunday - Thursday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
• 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.

Position Purpose

This is a permanent intermittent position designed to provide flexible staffing support. Incumbents are expected to maintain communication regarding their availability, demonstrate reasonable flexibility in accepting offered assignments, and periodically accept work opportunities in order to remain actively engaged in the position. Employees in this role are scheduled as needed to cover vacancies, absences, and operational demands. Due to the nature of the position, there is no regular or guaranteed work schedule, and hours will vary based on departmental needs.

The General Maintenance Worker supports the educational mission of the college by ensuring that campus facilities are safe, clean, functional, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. This position performs daily custodial and light maintenance activities across all buildings and grounds to maintain a healthy and orderly environment. Work is completed under general supervision and follows established schedules and priorities to meet department service standards.

Responsibilities include routine cleaning, basic repair tasks, operation of custodial equipment, support for event setups, seasonal projects, grounds, projects, and special maintenance needs. The position supports a safe, sustainable, and welcoming campus environment by adhering to safety standards, delivering responsive service, and working collaboratively with the Facilities team to ensure dependable building operations that positively serve the campus community.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform routine janitorial, custodial, and housekeeping duties throughout assigned areas. Carry out scheduled cleaning and maintenance tasks in classrooms, labs, offices, study areas, lecture spaces, auditoriums, cafeterias, shops, conference rooms, hallways, stairwells, foyers, and entryways to ensure a clean, safe, and orderly campus environment.
• Ensure a safe, compliant, and well‑maintained campus by following established safety procedures, properly handling cleaning chemicals, and using required personal protective equipment. Maintain accurate labeling and correct dilution of all chemical products, and apply knowledge of safety regulations to protect yourself, coworkers, and the campus community. Secure work areas as needed and support overall building safety and security operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned and perform a wide range of Facilities support duties-including task completion, event preparation, basic maintenance, grounds work, equipment operation, emergency response, and assistance to maintenance and custodial staff to ensure smooth departmental operations and maintain clean, safe, and well‑functioning campus facilities. Follow instructions and complete assigned tasks within established timelines.
• General and Ongoing Responsibilities for all Facilities Employees. Work cooperatively as a member of the Facilities team and comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) requirements. Contribute to a positive, safe, and professional work environment while carrying out tasks that support overall facilities operations.

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.
• 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 use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.

Ability to:

• Follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
• Keep simple records.
• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform the following work functions.
• Must possess a current/valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks, lift and carry materials weighing 40-60 lbs.(and occasionally more), and work in inclement weather conditions when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Human relations skills are sufficient to work cooperatively and efficiently with coworkers, college staff, students, and the public.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and interest in, or experience with diverse cultures and populations.
• Previous maintenance/cleaning experience.

Minnesota State does not authorize the use of E Verify for employment purposes, and Century is unable to consider candidates who require employment sponsorship, as the associated costs are prohibitive for the college.

About Minnesota State

Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 340,000+ students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 15,300+ dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.

Century College is a 2-year community and technical college in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

As one of the largest two-year colleges in Minnesota, we serve over 18,000 credit and non-credit students every year.

We offer degrees, diplomas, certificates, and courses in general education and transfer, business, human services, health sciences, technology, engineering, applied design, industrial, and non-credit workforce training.

With various student support and student life opportunities, including athletics, student clubs and organizations, campus theatre, Multicultural Center, LGBTQ Center, Veterans Center, and much more, Century College provides a welcoming and vibrant campus community.

As a "community" college, we care about our locality. We are engaged, connected, and a resource within our local communities, including K-12 and workforce/industry partners.

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

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