Job Description
Job Details Working Title: Housekeeper Job Class: General Maintenance Worker Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Job ID : 94028 Location : Bemidji Telework Eligible : No Full/Part Time : Part-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 05/09/2026 Closing Date : 05/22/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-AFSCME Division/Unit : Bemidji Veterans Home / Housekeeping Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Days of Work : Varies, including weekends as assigned Travel Required : No Salary Range: $20.51 - $25.43 / hourly Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME FLSA Status : Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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. Job Summary It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) in Bemidji! 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-Bemidji, 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 day shift. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits. Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link Qualifications 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). Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 o