State Fair Building Maintenance Specialist

Description

Huron, SD | Agriculture and Natural Resources | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

25.06 - 30.00 US per hour

Posted a month ago

Job
Agency:
Agriculture & Natural Resources

Location:

Huron, SD Salary: $25.06-$30.00 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: I
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position. For more information on the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Building Maintenance Specialist maintains, repairs, and restores all aspects of the facilities within the South Dakota State Fairgrounds. The Building Maintenance Specialist works under the direction of the Maintenance Operations Manager. Knowledge of methods and practices of general building and facility maintenance and building construction are ideal. Provides physical labor on a variety of routine building maintenance projects to complete assigned projects.

Mechanical, carpentry, and preventive maintenance experience beneficial. Assists with preparation of grounds and facilities for special events including set-ups and clean‑ups. Candidate must have good communication skills, complete tasks in a timely manner, have the ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, and successfully direct the activities of others. Providing positive customer relations and customer service is a must.

This position assists with operations and preparation of grounds and facilities for the annual State Fair and non-fair time events including set-up, tear-down, clean-up, and general maintenance for buildings, grounds, and equipment. This position takes a lead role with both short- and long-term facility repair, operation, and planning. Applicants are required to have received technical training in one of the following areas: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC.

Expectations include:

• Provide building trades support and facility expertise to the maintenance operations manager.
• Work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Perform physical labor using a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Repair and maintain a variety of facilities, machinery, and equipment.

Licenses and

Certifications:


Must have a valid driver's license.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A licensed electrician or plumber or have received technical training in carpentry, HVAC, or another building maintenance related trade.

They will:

• demonstrate a high level of professionalism;
• be able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks and projects while maintaining a positive attitude;
• be quick on their feet and able to identify solutions when problems occur;
• effectively communicate to build solid working relationships with internal colleagues as well as external customers.

Knowledge of:

• carpentry skills required to perform many aspects of building repairs;
• basic plumbing knowledge including knowledge on how to drain plumbing in facilities in the fall and turn them back on in the spring;
• basic building procedures with the ability to read building plans and estimate material needs;
• communication skills to solve conflicts with visitors, volunteers, and/or seasonal staff;
• safe operating guidelines for equipment;
• methods and practices of general building and facility maintenance.

Skill to:

• communicate with all types of people under all types of conditions;
• read and understand blueprints;
• use email and operate a computer;
• diagnose issues and, either repair them, or find someone who can;
• diagnose plumbing issues and, either repair them, or find someone who can;
• diagnose HVAC issues and, either repair them, or find someone who can.

Ability to:

• thrive in a fast‑paced environment and work well under pressure;
• maintain a high sense of personal accountability and integrity;
• plan and manage projects to keep them on time and meet deadlines;
• delegate work to others based on their capabilities;
• understand and follow instructions;
• communicate sufficiently to resolve conflicts with staff, volunteers, and the public;
• work outdoors in all kinds of weather;
• lift heavy items routinely;
• walk or stand continuously;
• establish timetables and projects;
• follow oral and written instruction;
• direct the activities of others, complete delegated tasks;
• operate motorized vehicles including skid…