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Job Class: General Maintenance Worker

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 89586

+ **Location** : Grand Rapids

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 10/28/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 11/17/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources

+ **Division/Unit** : Operation Services Division

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $20.51 - $25.43 / hourly; $42,824 - $53,097 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 203 - Service/AFSCME

+ **Work Area** : Grand Rapids Regional Headquarters

+ **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.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in Grand Rapids, MN, is seeking a dynamic individual to join the team as a General Maintenance Worker. This position is responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the Grand Rapids Regional Headquarters Complex so that the buildings and grounds are maintained in a safe, clean and presentable manner.

Key Responsibilities include:

+ Cleaning of headquarters buildings including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning restrooms, and emptying trash.

+ Upkeep of the grounds including mowing, trimming, weeding and removing snow.

+ Routine maintenance and repair activities on headquarter buildings.

Minimum Qualifications

*This position requires the incumbent to obtain a Special Engineer Boiler license within 60 days from the day of hire.*

Only applicants whose application/resume clearly demonstrates each of the following minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

+ Knowledge of general care and cleaning buildings sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials and equipment.

+ Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents sufficient to select the appropriate agent(s), safely handle and apply and dispose of safely.

+ Experience operating a lawn mower, snow blower, and small power tools sufficient to perform buildings and grounds work.

+ Experience in methods, tools and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to operate safely and make minor repairs.

+ Ability to keep records and perform math calculations sufficient to order supplies and complete inventories.

+ Customer service skills sufficient to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Current possession of a valid Minnesota boiler license.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver's license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all person hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Criminal History Check

+ Education Verification

+ Employment Reference / Records Check

+ License / Certification Verification

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.