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 a division of the Department of Human Services, working to better 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.

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance 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

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.

Possess or the ability to obtain a valid Driver's license.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of methods and practices of general building and facility maintenance, construction trades, and tools and equipment associated with the duties of the position.

• Repairing or replacing plumbing lines and fixtures in buildings or facilities.
• Installing new or replacing damaged fixtures in buildings.

• 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.

• 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.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

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

“An Equal Opportunity Employer”