General Maintenance Worker - Jail

St. Louis County, Minnesota; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Louis County Jail in Duluth is hiring a General Maintenance Worker to perform janitorial and light maintenance duties in the Property Management Department. This permanent, full-time role operates on the day shift from 9:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m. and focuses on keeping facilities clean, safe, and orderly. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least six months of custodial experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Six (6) months full-time paid verifiable experience in custodial, janitorial, building maintenance or closely related work.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, dusts, damp mops, strips, seals and waxes floors.
• Vacuums, spot cleans and shampoos carpets and rugs.
• Cleans windows and window treatments.
• Replaces defective light bulbs.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas using established practices and procedures.
• Operates light equipment related to upkeep of buildings and grounds.

Education

High school diploma or its equivalent

Job description

There presently exists a vacancy for a General Maintenance Worker in the Property Management Department. This is a permanent, full-time position located at the Duluth St. Louis County Jail for the day shift working 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. providing janitorial maintenance work.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $21.28 - $28.75 per hour.

General Maintenance Worker Illustrative Examples of Work:

• Sweeps, dusts, damp mops, strips, seals and waxes floors.
• Vacuums, spot cleans and shampoos carpets and rugs.
• Collects and disposes of recycling and trash.
• Cleans windows and window treatments.
• Refills soap, towel and toilet tissue dispensers.
• Cleans and polishes handrails, fixtures and elevators.
• Replaces defective light bulbs.
• Performs thorough cleaning of ceilings, walls and vents as required.
• Performs minor repairs on janitorial equipment, as specified.
• Assists in lifting and relocating office furniture and equipment.
• Removes snow from walks, driveways and parking areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas using established practices and procedures.
• Operates light equipment, including skid steers, related to the upkeep and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Cleans and maintains equipment; stocks supplies in janitor closets in orderly condition.
• Ensures outside and inside doors are locked and advises supervisor or authorities of suspicious situations.
• Assists maintenance workers and maintenance helpers as assigned.
• Demonstrates punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work schedule.
• Complies with applicable safety rules, laws, and practice; uses proper safety equipment and procedures in all operations.
• Performs related duties as required.

(*) indicates tasks which have been identified as essential job functions.

This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks to ensure the cleanliness, sanitation, safety and security of County facilities. Duties include cleaning facilities, maintaining equipment and making minor repairs. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.

CONSTANT : Balance, grasp/handle, stand, walk and vision.

FREQUENT : Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; reach, rotate trunk, stoop/bend, works alone, outside.

OCCASIONAL : Push/pull up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, crouch/squat, customer/public contact.

RARE : Lift up to 20 pounds, lift/carry up to 40 pounds, push/pull up to 55 pounds, climb step ladders, crawl, kneel, reach above shoulder, sit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Six (6) months full-time paid verifiable experience in custodial, janitorial, building maintenance or closely related work.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

RATING SYSTEM:

Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:

• Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 10-15.
• Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:

• September 25, 2026 - Applicant screening will begin
• Week of October 12, 2026 - Supplemental question scoring to be completed
• Week of October 26, 2026 - Interviews to be conducted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions for this position are listed under the 'ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK' on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING:

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis Countyare subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Appointees to the position must successfully completea twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION:

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.