General Maintenance Worker (Evening)
About The Position
St. Louis County has a permanent, full-time General Maintenance Worker vacancy in its Property Management Department. The position is located at the Virginia, Minnesota courthouse, on an assigned floor, and performs janitorial maintenance at an assigned County facility. The available shift is 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The normal hiring salary range for 2026 is stated as reflected above; the full salary range, including longevity pay, is $21.28–$28.75 per hour. Employees on a regular shift beginning between 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. receive an additional $0.90 per hour shift differential. The employee performs varied tasks to maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and security of County facilities. Duties include cleaning facilities, maintaining equipment, and making minor repairs. Work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff. The 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, does not sponsor employment visas, and requires employees to remain continuously authorized to work full-time in the United States for the County. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of full-time paid verifiable experience in custodial, janitorial, building maintenance, or closely related work, and a valid driver's license. Selection is pass/fail for minimum qualifications, with supplemental questionnaire responses accounting for 100% of scoring. Selected applicants must pass a drug test and background investigation, meet the position's physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation, and successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Six months of full-time paid verifiable experience in custodial, janitorial, building maintenance, or closely related work.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be continuously authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County on a full-time basis; the County does not provide employment visa sponsorship.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet the position's physical requirements.
- Selected applicants must pass a drug test and background investigation.
- Must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period.
Responsibilities
- Sweep, dust, damp mop, strip, seal, and wax floors.
- Vacuum, spot clean, and shampoo carpets and rugs.
- Collect and dispose of recycling and trash.
- Clean windows and window treatments.
- Refill soap, towel, and toilet tissue dispensers.
- Clean and polish handrails, fixtures, and elevators.
- Replace defective light bulbs.
- Thoroughly clean ceilings, walls, and vents as required.
- Perform minor repairs on janitorial equipment as specified.
- Assist with lifting and relocating office furniture and equipment.
- Remove snow from walks, driveways, and parking areas.
- Clean and sanitize areas using established practices and procedures.
- Operate light equipment, including skid steers, for upkeep and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
- Clean and maintain equipment and keep supplies orderly in janitor closets.
- Ensure outside and inside doors are locked and report suspicious situations to a supervisor or authorities.
- Assist maintenance workers and maintenance helpers as assigned.
- Demonstrate punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with the designated work schedule.
- Follow applicable safety rules, laws, and practices and use proper safety equipment and procedures.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
