Housekeeper - General Maintenance Worker (GMW) / Part-Time, Evening Shift
Working Title: Housekeeper
• *Job Class: General Maintenance Worker** • *Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs** + Job ID : 92678 + Location : Preston + Telework Eligible : No + Full/Part Time : Part-Time + Regular/Temporary : Unlimited + Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers + Date Posted : 03/07/2026 + Closing Date : 03/18/2026 + Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Preston + Division/Unit : Preston Veterans Home / Housekeeping + Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift / 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. + Days of Work : Varies, including weekends as assigned + Travel Required : No +
Salary Range:
$20.51 - $25.43 / hourly
PLUS
$2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am + Classified Status : Classified + Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME + FLSA Status : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
- *The work you'll do is more than just a job.**
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
- *It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) in Preston! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $2,500. Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!**
As a Housekeeper for the MVH-Preston, you will perform housekeeping and maintenance activities to ensure a clean, comfortable, healthy, and safe environment for our residents, staff and others, in accordance with established standards, guidelines, and applicable state and federal laws, rules, and policies. This position is designated as part-time and evening shift.
The work schedule will include at least 48
hours per 2-week pay period
and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is initially eligible for partial employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.
- *Minimum Qualifications**
_Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._
- *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 operate and use them effectively and make minor repairs
- *Ability to:**
+ Use hand tools and handle fairly light materials manually + Perform work functions using ladders and scaffolding + Perform laundry functions + Function in adverse weather conditions + Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction + Make minor mechanical repairs to maintenance equipment + Operate simple maintenance equipment + Follow instructions, read and understand operational manuals, and keep simple records
- *Additional Requirements**
+ A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check. + A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment. + Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s). AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job