General Maintenance Worker

State of Minnesota - MN St Colleges & Universities

Austin, MN

Pay: $21-$26/hr

Shift: Full time

**Job Details**

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**Working Title: General Maintenance Worker**

**Job Class: General Maintenance Worker**

**Agency: Minnesota State**

• **Job ID**: 98270
• **Location**: Austin
• **Telework Eligible**: No
• **Full/Part Time**: Full-Time
• **Regular/Temporary**: Unlimited
• **Who May Apply**: Open to all qualified job seekers
• **Date Posted**: 11/09/2026
• **Closing Date**: 11/23/2026
• **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit**: MN St Colleges & Universities / Riverland CC-Austin EastAFSCME
• **Division/Unit**: MnSCU Riverland Austin CC / MnSCU Rvrld Austin CC Class
• **Appointment Type**: Unlimited, Full-time
• **Work Shift/Work Hours**: Night Shift
• **Days of Work**: Tues-Thurs (2:00 pm - 10:30 pm), Fri (1:00 pm - 9:30 pm), Sat (7:30 am - 3:30 pm)
• **Travel Required**: No
• **Salary Range:** $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly; $43,576 - $54,037 / annually
• **Classified Status**: Classified
• **Bargaining Unit/Union**: 203 - Service/AFSCME
• **Work Area**: Facilities
• **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.

**Job Summary**

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This position, under general supervision, performs a variety of indoor and outdoor cleaning and maintenance activities in order to provide a safe, clean environment for faculty, staff and students.

**Minimum Qualifications** (expected to have to enter job)

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, 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** (desired but not expected to have to enter job)

• Current State of MN Boiler Operators License - Class A, B, C, or Special Engineer.
• Knowledge of general methods of the mechanical, masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting trades.
• Ability to perform semi-skilled work in a number of trade areas and to assist with more difficult work.
• Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
• Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.

**Physical Requirements:**

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

**Qualifications**

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**Application Details**

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How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Brooke Zastrow at brooke.zastrow@riverland.edu or 507-433-0510.

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 Brooke Zastrow at brooke.zastrow@riverland.edu.

About Minnesota State

Riverland Community College, recognized as one of Southern Minnesota’s 2024 Best Places to Work, provides a rewarding career that cultivates student growth through service, collaboration, innovation and respect. You will thrive in a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions, open communication and a commitment to employee satisfaction and engagement.

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