Senior Building Maintenance Worker
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. SDDC is 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.
Responsibilities
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.
Requirements
- Possess or the ability to obtain a valid Driver's license.
- Knowledge of methods and practices of general building and facility maintenance, construction trades, and tools and equipment associated with the duties of the position.
- Knowledge of repairing or replacing plumbing lines and fixtures in buildings or facilities; installing new or replacing damaged fixtures in buildings.
- Skill to perform skilled building maintenance tasks in electrical, plumbing, finish carpentry, HVAC, painting, and preventative maintenance to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the facility; conduct preventative maintenance inspections on parts, equipment, and structures; perform predictive and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure continued operation of heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning equipment; build or remodel the interior and exterior of buildings to meet maintenance needs and complete work orders; complete required reports and records to verify costs associated with tasks and to account for work activities; perform general maintenance duties; perform other work as assigned.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; follow instructions; deal tactfully and professionally with others; complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner; operate required tools and equipment; lift 50 pounds or more; work from ladders and scaffolding; assist with snow removal using a shovel or heavy equipment; work occasional shift changes to support coverage of boiler equipment.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. 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. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Benefits
- 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
Pay
$19.53-$23.87 Hourly, depending on qualifications (Pay Grade: E)
Schedule
Day shift Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.