Job Information
State of Minnesota General Maintenance Worker in Winona, Minnesota
Working Title: General Maintenance Worker
Job Class: General Maintenance Worker
Agency: Minnesota State
Job ID : 77154
Location : Winona
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/30/2024
Closing Date : 06/17/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Winona State Univ-AFSCME
Division/Unit : MnSCU Winona SU / MnSCU WIN Class Student Union
Appointment Type : Unlimited, Full-time
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift (6:00am-2:30pm)
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $17.77 - $23.97 / hourly if start date is before July 1, 2024; $18.57-$25.05/hour if start date is after July 1, 2024
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME
Work Area : Facility Services; Kryzsko Commons
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.
1e 1. The cleaning and maintenance of Kryzsko Commons Student Union, various academic and/or Residence Life Buildings.
A. Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, dust mop, carpet extraction, strip old and apply new finish to floors as required.
B. Empty and clean trash receptacles and recycling containers.
C. Clean meeting rooms or classrooms, windows, glass partitions, doors, walls, blackboards, and drinking fountains.
D. Clean restrooms and provide necessary tissue, and hand cleaning supplies.
E. Clean inside building entrances, replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes.
F. The ability to do light maintenance and routine mechanical repairs or special maintenance and repair activities such as minor repair to vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, floor scrubbers, window coverings and replace ceiling tiles.
2. 2. The cleaning of outside entrances and maintaining necessary supplies on hand.
A. Clean outside of building entrances, sweeping, remove snow and ice, clean around trash compactors, emptying trash containers and ash urns.
B. Ensure proper supplies and equipment are on hand to perform all duties.
C. Maintain loading dock.
. C3. Complete daily furniture flips (setups and tear downs of meeting rooms and event spaces in Kryzsko Commons Student Union). To move furniture and/or equipment within and between buildings. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
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.
· Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents such as scouring agents and soaps sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of safely.
· Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.
· Ability to demonstrate physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.
· Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
· Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
· Ability to keep simple records.
Preferred Qualifications
· Good human relations skills
· Good communications skills to interact daily with students and employees of WSU
· Ability to prioritize work and be flexible during frequent interruptions
· Good organizational skills
· Interest and ability to frequently lift a high volume of tables, chairs, and other event furniture and supplies.
Physical Requirements
To be in physically good health along with demonstrated ability to climb stairs and ladders. Physical health and endurance should allow the employee to frequently bend, stretch, stoop, stand, squat, crawl, walk and be able to shovel snow and use snow blowers as needed. Must be able to lift 25 pounds on a daily basis and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Additional Requirements
In a cover letter,submit a statement explaining their personal or professional experiences in working with diverse populations (such as persons from differing race / ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, gender, or mental and physical ability) as well as how the applicant would contribute toward a diverse and inclusive academic and employment culture and community at Winona State University.
Must successfully pass a criminal background check
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 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.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.