Physical Plant Manager I

Job Description

PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

Job ID: 34449
Agency: Department of Social Services / Human Services Center
Location:Yankton, SDSalary: $30.00 - $34.00 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the DSS, please visit https://dss.sd.gov .

Summary:

The focus of this position will be to lead a team that provides mechanical maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, equipment repair, and laundry services for the facility. This person will also act as the assistant physical plant manager to ensure facilities and services meets the needs of clients, customers and fellow staff members in an efficient, economical and safe fashion.

The person chosen for this position will work alongside and directly supervise 7 employees in a variety of maintenance trade areas.

Working hours for this position are primarily Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm with an on-call rotation but may vary according to needs of the facility.

Applicants that possess skills in plumbing, general construction, HVAC, controls, and operating computer programs are preferred and encouraged to apply.

The HSC physical plant is committed to providing high quality, customer-centered services and facilities that support and promote the mission of the hospital.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience in the following: supervising, plumbing and/or HVAC, building controls, and construction.

Knowledge of

• the principles and procedures used in directing, maintaining, and managing institutional physical plants according to their design layout and service demands;
• planning, scheduling, supervision, and program administration;
• occupational hazards and safety precautions appropriate for maintenance and repair projects;
• record keeping and report writing;
• project management;
• use of electronic maintenance management system.

Ability to:

• promote a positive work environment and open communication with hospital staff;
• gather input from employees and come up with solutions;
• accept change and promote changes to other staff;
• promote train and practice safety in the workplace;
• assess the needs for repairs or preventive maintenance of physical plant facilities and to develop plans for these projects;
• read and interpret blueprints and construction plans;
• accurately estimate building costs and material requirements;
• operate construction equipment, power tools, heavy machinery and snow removal equipment;
• operate computers;
• supervise employees;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• multitask when there are multiple projects taking place at the same time
• monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractor requirements and acceptability of work
• pay special attention to detail

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=38X
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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