Senior Building Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Job ID: 33784
Agency: SD Developmental Center
Location:Redfield, SDSalary: $19.05-$23.29 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: E
Closing Date:12/3/25

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the SD Developmental Center. For more information on the SD Developmental Center, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center .

About SDDC:

The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential. Our Benefits Include:

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html

The Senior Building Maintenance Worker performs skilled building maintenance tasks in the areas of electrical, plumbing, finish carpentry, refrigeration, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, painting, locksmith, and preventive maintenance to provide for the continued, safe, and efficient operation of the facility and associated areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs preventative maintenance inspection on parts, equipment and structures.
• Performs predictive and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure the continued operation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment.
• Repairs or replaces plumbing lines and fixtures in buildings or facilities.
• Installs new or replaces damaged fixtures in buildings.
• Builds or remodels the interior and exterior of buildings to meet the required maintenance needs of the facility and complete work orders.
• Completes required reports and records to provide or verify costs associated with the completion of tasks and to account for activities.
• Assist with snow removal by shovel or heavy equipment.
• Completes general maintenance duties.
• Performs other work as assigned.

Day Shift Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Occasional shift change to help with coverage of boiler equipment is required.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver's license.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Knowledge of:

• repairs or replaces plumbing lines and fixtures in buildings or facilities;
• installs new or replaces damaged fixtures in buildings.

Skill to:

• performs skilled building maintenance tasks in the areas of electrical, plumbing, finish carpentry, HVAC, painting, and preventative maintenance to provide for the continued, safe, and efficient operation of the facility and associated areas;
• performs preventative maintenance inspection on parts, equipment and structures;
• performs predictive and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure the continued operation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment;
• builds or remodels the interior and exterior of buildings to meet the required maintenance needs of the facility and complete work orders;
• completes required reports and records to provide or verify costs associated with the completion of tasks and to account for activities;
• completes general maintenance duties;
• performs other work as assigned.

Ability to:

• communicate clearly and concisely;
• follow instructions;
• deal tactfully with others;
• complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner;
• operate required tools and equipment;
• lift 50 pounds or more; and
• work from ladders and scaffolding;
• assist with snow removal by shovel or heavy equipment;
• occasional shift change to help with coverage of boiler equipment

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.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

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=2TJ
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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