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Working Title:

General Maintenance Worker

Institution:

Ridgewater College

Classification Title:

General Maintenance Wrkr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

Hutchinson

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.51 - 25.43

Work Shift:

Monday - Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM; Friday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Work Area:

Physical Plant

Telework:

No

Job Description

This position provides general custodial activities under general supervision for all state-owned structures, land, and state-maintained structures and grounds. Duties are performed according to regularly assigned schedules, with priority given to specific areas/locations. Activities may include light maintenance, operation of equipment as needed, routine cleaning and housekeeping, groundskeeping, special maintenance and repair activities, special events, and other related work as required to maintain a pleasant, healthful, aesthetic, and secure environment for all staff and clientele. **_Note:_** Shift differential is paid from 6:00PM-8:30PM at $2.25/per hour.

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 ammonia, bleaches, 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 have the 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 and ability to keep simple records.

+ Must have a valid Minnesota State class D driver’s license.

Preferred Qualificat** **ion

+ Thorough knowledge of building custodial practices and procedures and equipment, materials, and supplies.

+ Special Class C Boilers License or higher, or the ability to obtain one.

+ Current class A CDL driver’s license.

+ Ability to write reports.

+ Some knowledge of building utilities maintenance, and repair.

Application Requirement

Online application deadline is 11:59 PM on November 12, 2025.

Application must include:

+ Online Employment Application

+ Resume

About

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

+ 11 paid holidays each year

+ Medical Insurance (Single Coverage $38.50 per month, and Family Coverage is $262.66 per month)

+ Dental Insurance (low deductibles)

+ Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)

+ Employer-paid life insurance

+ Short and Long Term Disability

+ Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

+ Retirement Plan

+ Tax-deferred Compensation

+ Generous vacation and sick leave

+ Tuition Waiver

Additional Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Felicia Telecky at [email protected] or 320-234-8534.

Institution Information

**MISSION** : Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

**VISION:** Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence, and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

+ Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, syste,m and local resources.

+ Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.

+ Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.

+ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.

+ Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.

+ Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.

+ Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.

+ Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.

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:

12-15-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

10-27-2025

Close Date:

11-13-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Tara Strey

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]