What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Maintenance Worker position at Ridgewater College?
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Working Title:
General Maintenance Worker
Institution:
Ridgewater College
Classification Title:
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 Qualification
- 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
felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu
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:
tara.strey@ridgewater.eduSalary : $2
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