General Maintenance Worker

General Maintenance Worker

Bemidji State University (BSU) invites applicants to join our team as a Temporary General Maintenance Worker. The Temporary General Maintenance Worker will provide daily cleaning and maintenance services for Bemidji State University.

An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check conducted through the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

Responsibilities of the Temporary General Maintenance Worker include:

• Performing general maintenance and cleaning to include, but not limited to, elevators, kitchens, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, stairways, offices, closets, supply rooms, storage rooms, public areas, laundry rooms, laundry machines, basements, tunnels and other work areas in residential and academic buildings at BSU. Performing detailed cleaning and maintenance of assigned areas. Other duties include, vacuuming, cleaning rugs and upholstery, mopping, sweeping, stripping and waxing floors, changing light bulbs, emptying trash and recycle containers, washing walls and polishing other surfaces, washing windows, snow removal, performing monthly check on fire extinguishers, carpet extraction through various areas and buildings, and providing conference groups amenities as required.
• Maintaining the serviceability of all equipment and tools, notifying supervisor of need for replacement of equipment and supplies. Operating custodial equipment, such as industrial sweepers, and using a variety of cleaning and sanitizing agents in performing tasks as necessary.
• Maintaining proper labeling, dilution, and understanding use of all chemical and cleaning products. Wearing personal protective equipment. Adhering to safety regulations so that the University is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and codes. Applying knowledge of applicable safety precautions and procedures. Securing work area as required.
• Performing other duties as assigned within the realm of the General Maintenance Worker specifications and individual abilities as requested by supervisor to fulfill the goals of BSU and facilities.
• Monitoring building integrity and condition and performing general maintenance duties as necessary. Informing Supervisor of maintenance, equipment and supply needs. Ordering cleaning supplies as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of different types of flooring sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance.
• Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of them safely.
• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to make minor repairs and/or operate safely.
• Experience keeping simple records, performing assigned tasks with limited direction, and following oral/written instructions.

Preferred Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months related experience.
• Ability to communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions and explain information. (This requires common courtesy, tact, interest in positive problem solving, empathy, and the ability to organize ideas logically.)
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively alone or in a team environment.
• Ability to use business software such as email, word processing, internet to access document data and training.
• A demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence, equitable opportunities, mutual understanding and respect, and the success of all students and employees.

To facilitate the review, assessment, and evaluation process, please ensure that your application and/or resume clearly demonstrate fulfillment of the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position. The application materials submitted will be utilized for salary placement purposes.

Environmental Conditions:

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of his job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee performs majority of duties in offices, conference and meeting rooms, university buildings and outdoors. This position is exposed to extreme temperatures, inclement weather, cleaning chemicals and their fumes, dust, dirt, confined areas and high places as required by maintenance tasks, and noise form air handlers, electrical switching panels, lawn mower, and snow blower. Safety precautions are to be adhered to at all times. Incumbent may work extended and evening hours during various days of the week.

Physical Factors:

Constant: Determine, perceive, observe and estimate, assess hazards. Position self to, move through buildings (Traverse, ascend, descend).

Occasional: Maintaining a stationary position for long periods of time, communicating effectively with customers / stakeholders. Move / Transport up to 50 pounds.

Other Requirements

• All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of an offer of employment. We are not currently providing sponsorship for employment-based visas.
• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit, which can be found at: .
• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MinnState) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, faculty and staff driving on college/university business, who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a vehicle Use Agreement form and conform to MinnState's vehicle use criteria and consent to motor vehicle records check annually.
• BSU is a tobacco free workplaces (see policy).

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Temporary Full-time through June 30, 2027, Nonexempt; Monday-Thursday 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., Friday 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Internal Bid Process - Open for Bids from eligible AFSCMEmembers from 10/12/2026 – 10/19/2026. Any current employee interested in this position and eligible to bid should submit a Bid Application by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, to Mary Miller in the HR office at View email address on click.appcast.io. The bid form may also be found on the Human Resources website.

Note: Internal bid applications will be considered prior to filling the position via the public application process and, therefore, this posting may be closed due to contractual obligations.

Inquiries about the position:

Travis Barnes, Director of Facilities

Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

If you have general questions about this posting or submitting an application or bid, contact Mary Miller at View email address on click.appcast.io.

About

UNIVERSITY / COMMUNITY

WHY BEMIDJI:

It's more than a job. It's an opportunity for the extraordinary.

On the idyllic shores of Lake Bemidji, cradled among the limitless natural beauty of the North Woods and neighbored by Minnesota's three largest Indigenous nations, Bemidji State University offers opportunities for the extraordinary.

Bemidji State University has been ranked as one of the top 30 public institutions in the Midwest region by U.S. News & World Report each year since 2019. BSU offers its diverse student body a comprehensive spectrum of opportunities with nearly 120 undergraduate degrees and emphasis areas in more than 50 areas of study, 14 pre-professional programs, and 14 graduate programs and certificates.

As Bemidji State continues its second century of service, our vision is simple: we educate people to lead inspired lives. To achieve this, BSU centers diversity, equity and inclusion as a core value and strives to create a campus culture in which all members are free to be their authentic selves. BSU also proactively engages with Indigenous communities in northern Minnesota and nationwide toward its goal of becoming a destination university.

BSU is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, the third-largest system of higher education institutions in the United States. It shares a unique alignment with Northwest Technical College, with administration and student services generally having dual responsibilities to serve both campuses. Through this alignment, NTC students can take advantage of services, support, activities, and opportunities at BSU that expand and enhance their college experience — such as full access to BSU's library and the ability to live in BSU's on-campus resident housing.

For the first time, a joint strategic planning process will guide the future directions for both institutions. The schools are pursuing four shared strategic priorities: student success, the Nisidotaading initiative, northern distinction, and telling our story. These priorities will serve as the foundations