General Maintenance Worker (Evening)
Salary
$21.28 - $24.98 Hourly
Location
Virginia, MN
Job Type
Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number
26-091/066-01
Department
Property Management
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/19/2026 11:59 PM Central
Kind of Work
There presently exists a vacancy for a General Maintenance Worker in the Property Management Department. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Virginia, MN. General maintenance workers provide janitorial maintenance work at an assigned County facility.
The available shift is from 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. at the courthouse on an assigned floor.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $21.28 - $28.75 per hour. Employees working a regular shift commencing between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. shall, in addition to their hourly pay, receive a shift differential equal to $.90 per hour.
General Maintenance Worker Illustrative Examples of Work:
(*) indicates tasks which have been identified as essential job functions.
This 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. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Distinguishing Features of Work
An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks to ensure the cleanliness, sanitation, safety and security of County facilities. Duties include cleaning facilities, maintaining equipment and making minor repairs. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Work Environment
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Balance, grasp/handle, stand, walk and vision. FREQUENT: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; reach, rotate trunk, stoop/bend, works alone, outside. OCCASIONAL: Push/pull up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, crouch/squat, customer/public contact. RARE: Lift up to 20 pounds, lift/carry up to 40 pounds, push/pull up to 55 pounds, climb step ladders, crawl, kneel, reach above shoulder, sit.
Selection Process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 10-15.
Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. Its recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when youre finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.
PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.
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Please type or clearly print your name.
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The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?
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All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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I understand that I am required to attach a copy of my drivers license (front and back) to my application. Note: By answering "No," we will not be able to accept your application.
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Indicate your level of full-time custodial or janitorial experience. Part-time experience must be added together to make full-time equivalent, based on full-time = 2080 hours per year.
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SME Explanation: Questions 10-15 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 10-15.
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Indicate your level of operator experience with high pressure washing/cleaning equipment. Please include in your response the organization(s) and position title(s) where you performed the related duties (which must also be listed on your application under "Work Experience" to receive credit).
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Indicate your level of experience with carpet care and maintenance. Please include in your response the organization(s) and position title(s) where you performed the related duties (which must also be listed on your application under "Work Experience" to receive credit).
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Indicate your level of operator experience using mechanical snow removal equipment other than a snow blower. Please include in your response the organization(s) and position title(s) where you performed the related duties (which must also be listed on your application under "Work Experience" to receive credit).
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Indicate your level of experience in the care of hard surface floors. Please include in your response the organization(s) and position title(s) where you performed the related duties (which must also be listed on your application under "Work Experience" to receive credit).
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Indicate your level of ability to read and understand the written instructions necessary to distinguish between various cleaning chemicals and use them safely. Please include in your response the organization(s) and position title(s) where you performed the related duties (which must also be listed on your application under "Work Experience" to receive credit).
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Indicate your level of operator experience with floor maintenance equipment. Please include in your response the organization(s) and position title(s) where you performed the related duties (which must also be listed on your application under "Work Experience" to receive credit).
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I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Required Question
Employer St. Louis County, Minnesota
Address 100 N 5th Ave. W., Room 1
Duluth, Minnesota, 55802
Phone 218-726-2422
Website http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov