General Maintenance Worker Jobs in Minnesota
General Maintenance Worker jobs in Minnesota concentrate heavily in property management, healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, and public school districts, with steady demand at every experience level from entry-level helpers to lead maintenance technicians. Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Rochester account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Allina Health, Mayo Clinic, and Maintenance of Minnesota keep ongoing pipelines for skilled workers. HVAC upkeep, electrical troubleshooting, and plumbing repairs are the most consistently requested specialties across Minnesota listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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General Maintenance Worker | Salary Range: $20.87 - $25.88 / hourly; $43,576 - $54,037 / annually
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to get your foot in the door with State of Minnesota? If so, come join our MnDOT team in Golden Valley, MN! Begin your journey today and check us out: Why Work For Us
Our General Maintenance Worker position will perform general maintenance and cleaning of the MnDOT Golden Valley buildings and grounds as well as assist trades people and general repair workers at the Golden Valley property (and other Facility Management properties as needed) in related work and perform heavy manual labor.
Examples of work include:
· Perform repair and maintenance duties as assigned.
· Make minor repairs to buildings and equipment.
· Perform minor plumbing.
· Assist electrician with electrical projects.
· Assist in maintaining HVAC equipment.
· Removal of snow and ice from sidewalks and entrance.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn About Our Benefits
· Health & Wellness: Low-cost medical, dental, vision, & prescription drug plans; health, dental, & dependent care spending accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health & well-being resources
· Financial Well-Being: Public pension plans, deferred compensation plan & health care savings plan; life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, & paid parental leave
· Professional Development: Tuition assistance, employee education, leadership development
· Work/Life Balance: Paid vacation & sick leave including 12 paid holidays each year
· At-Work Benefits: Employee Resource Groups, employee recognition, employee activities, fitness center at our Central Office
Here are the Minimum Qualifications:
NOTE: The incumbent is required to be immediately accessible by phone and able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called.
Knowledge of:
- Different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents, and equipment.
- 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.
- Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.
Ability to:
- Follow simple oral and written instructions
- Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction
- Perform parking lot snow and ice removal activities by operating (or learning to operate) snow and ice control equipment (e.g., loaders, pickup plows, skid steers, blowers, brooms, etc.)
- Keep simple records
Required:
- Valid Class D Driver’s License
Ability to obtain and maintain:
- DOLI Unlicensed Individual Electrical Work Registration within 6 months of hire
- DOLI Unlicensed Individual Plumbing Work Registration within 6 months of hire
APPLY ONLINE BY 09/21/2026 (only applications received on mn.gov/careers will be considered)
- Go to www.mn.gov/careers & click “Search Open Positions”
- Enter the Job Opening ID “96887” in the Keywords search box & click “>>”
- Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & click “Apply for Job”
- When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Indeed
Visit www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/ for a listing of all our MnDOT job openings.
Contact: Ellen Behrhorst (MnDOT Recruitment Specialist) - Ellen.Behrhorst@state.mn.us | 612.346.8330
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.87 - $25.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general maintenance worker jobs across Minnesota.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by a Minnesota school district or equivalent
- Hands-on experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or general building systems
- Valid Minnesota driver's license for travel between facilities or job sites
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals accurately
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and proper handling of hazardous materials
- Basic computer skills for work order management and maintenance tracking software
General Maintenance Worker Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a general maintenance worker in Minnesota?
Most general maintenance worker positions in Minnesota do not require a state-issued license, but workers who perform refrigerant handling must hold an EPA 608 certification, and those doing electrical work beyond minor repairs often need a Minnesota electrical contractor or journeyman license through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. A high school diploma paired with vocational training from a Minnesota State college in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems is the most reliable path to competitive hiring.
Which companies hire general maintenance workers in Minnesota?
Minnesota general maintenance worker roles are posted by Minnesota State, Modern Montessori Charter School, and Minnesota Department of Transportation and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Healthcare systems, property management companies, and large manufacturing operations across the Twin Cities metro tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
Which Minnesota cities have the most general maintenance worker jobs?
Moorhead, Champlin, and Bloomington have the most general maintenance worker openings in Minnesota. Minneapolis and Saint Paul lead because of their dense concentration of apartment complexes, hospitals, and corporate campuses, while Rochester's outsized demand is driven by Mayo Clinic and its affiliated facilities, which require large dedicated maintenance teams across millions of square feet of buildings.
Are there remote general maintenance worker jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. General maintenance work is inherently hands-on and tied to physical facilities, so fully remote positions are uncommon in this field. About 0% of general maintenance worker openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve administrative coordination, work order dispatch, or facilities management oversight rather than physical repair work.
How can I get hired as a general maintenance worker in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly for custodial technician or facilities assistant roles at large Minnesota property management companies or school districts, which regularly hire without prior maintenance experience and train on the job. Minnesota State colleges offer short-certificate programs in building maintenance technology that give candidates a clear edge. Allina Health and Hennepin Healthcare both run facilities support associate roles that serve as a structured entry point, and lateral moves from janitorial or warehouse positions are common and well-recognized by Minnesota hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to general maintenance worker jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to general maintenance worker jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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