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Working Title:

General Maintenance Worker (SA26031)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, MankatoGeneral Maintenance Wrkr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.51 - $29.22

Salary Range: $20.51 - $26.86

Work Area: Rover

Job Description

This position exists to provide a clean, comfortable and safe environment for the staff, faculty, students, and guests of Minnesota State University, Mankato.

This position has been designated as weather and emergency essential. In the event of a University closure or emergency event, incumbent is required to report to work and respond as requested. Refer to Minnesota State Board Policy 4.4 Weather / Short Term Emergency Closings at: http://www.minnstate.edu/board/policy/404.html.

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.

Additional:

• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions. See attached Weight/Torque Requirements for Building Services Employees.
• Prior to the date of appointment, this position requires a criminal background check conducted by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).

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Preferred Qualification 

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Knowledge of the proper use of MSDS sheets, Right-to-Know regulations/Global Harmonization Standards (GHS), OSHA, Blood-borne Pathogen Standards, the proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), along with other safety practices required by local, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to work different shifts and flexibility to work overtime when needed.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.

This position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.66 to 299C.71 – Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act. It is expected that the employee maintains the ability to pass applicable background check throughout employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to notify the supervisor no later than the beginning of your next shift of any charges, allegations, convictions that may impact their standing under the applicable background check.

Work in a variety of adverse weather conditions.

Work above the ground level such as on ladders and scaffolding.

Work in buildings after ventilation systems have been shut off.

Equipment/Duty; Weight; Push/Pull Torque; Description of Duty:
Load/Unload Table Cart; 25-45lbs; 18lbs for moving cart; Lift table (usually done with tow people)
Gym Floor Matting; 40-50lbs; 60lbs for moving cart, 10lbs for unrolling mat, 40-50lbs lifting mat; Two people required to lift mats off cart. Must be positioned on floor and then rolled out.
Dust Mopping; 11lbs; 6lbs on dry floor, 12lbs on floor tracked with sand and salt; Gym floors are dusted before, during and after events.
Snow Shoveling; 4lbs; 10-40lbs depending on weight of the snow; Clean entries, sidewalks, and emergency exits (including 2nd floor exits).
Trash Remote (Brute Container); 25-50lbs; 2lbs to push/pull cart, weight of barrel will vary depending on the quantity and type trash; Transport bags or trash from site to larger receptable (tilt truck).
Trash Removal; 285lbs; 23lbs push/pull; Transport bags of trash from building to outdoor dumpster.
Bleacher gates; 50lbs; Portable gates for bleachers that must be lifted into place and removed when bleachers are needed for an event. May require two people to lift.
Furniture; 100lbs; 70lbs; Two people lifting. Two - three people pushing/pulling.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 5:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Telework (Yes/No)

No. Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes:

• Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location. 

About

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Destination 2030, the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

02-05-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

12-05-2025

Close Date:

12-16-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Stacey Lynn Stenzel

Posting Contact Email:

stacey.stenzel@mnsu.edu