Facilities Worker

Facilities Worker

The current vacancy is for one full-time position in the Lake County Facilities Maintenance Department and is eligible for Benefits Package.

Salary: $19.12 – $25.81 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled; initial review due August 21, 2026

Applications must be on official forms. Resumes will be accepted, but not in lieu of an application.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or G.E.D.; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing cleaning and grounds keeping services for County facilities by following established standards and procedures. Responsibilities may include cleaning and sanitizing floors, walls, ceilings, and furniture; cleaning bathrooms and elevators; recycling; maintaining custodial supplies; performing minor maintenance and repair; as well as maintaining other parts of the buildings and grounds.

Work Test Period:

Appointee to the position must successfully complete probationary period per contract.

Background Check:

Applicants selected for appointment must pass a criminal background check.

Drug Testing:

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

Physical-Medical Standards:

Applicants must meet essential physical requirements of the position.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

All new employees must complete and sign employment eligibility verification form on the first day of employment. Documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility must be submitted within three days of the first day of employment.

Application Information:

Application, Classification Specification, and Benefits Package may be obtained by contacting Lake County Human Resources Department, 616 Third Avenue, Two Harbors, MN, 55616; or Lake County Service Center, 99 Edison Boulevard, Silver Bay, MN, 55614; website: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Accommodation:

Applicants who wish to request accommodation to application process should contact Lake County Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Veteran's Preference:

Proof and claims for Veteran's Preference must be filed with Lake County Human Resources at time of application.

Non-Discrimination:

Lake County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, genetic information, or any other protected classification.