Job Description
This job requires commute or relocation to Custer, SD
Custer County is accepting applications for a Full-Time County Custodial/Building Maintenance and Weed Sprayer Position.
This full-time position is shared between the Custer County Building Maintenance Department (60% workload) and the Weed and Pest Department (40% workload). The position offers a variety of indoor and outdoor duties, including general maintenance and janitorial functions on County properties, grounds keeping, snow removal, and seasonal weed spraying along County-maintained roads.
The starting wage is $18.94 per hour with full county benefits.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team, and maintain a good working relationship with County officials, employees, and the general public.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Two years of maintenance and/or janitorial experience or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to operate maintenance equipment such as skid loaders, ATVs/UTVs, snow blowers, and lawnmowers.
Ability to pass a security background check and comply with County drug policies.
Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work in various weather conditions.
Must possess or be able to obtain a South Dakota Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License (Categories G, 7, and 1) within 7 working days if hired during spraying season or within 30 days upon employment.
Work Schedule:
Year-round full-time employment.
Seasonal spraying work occurs approximately May–September.
Occasional work during weekends or holidays may be required, especially for snow removal or weather-related duties.
Position description and application are available online at www.custercountysd.com/employment or by contacting:
Amber Maidens, Custer County Human Resources
420 Mt. Rushmore Road, Room 228, Custer, SD 57730
Phone: 605-673-8134
Email: amaidens@custercountysd.com
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Custer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.