Senior Building Maintenance Worker

USD Facilities Management is seeking a qualified Building Maintenance Specialist. This position will be responsible for off-hours maintenance of USD HVAC systems and general response for service across all of campus. General HVAC duties will include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on HVAC systems, steam boiler operations and performance monitoring during the heating season. This position will be responsible for urgent response on campus after regular business hours, with a varying degree of skill required.

Previous experience with commercial HVAC / boiler operations and maintenance is preferred.

Working hours for this position are 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM – specific days to be determined.

Posting Date

Posting Date 11/04/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

First Consideration Date

First Consideration Date 11/16/2026

Advertised Salary

Duration of the Term

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

Overnights – 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

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This position requires

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

The Mission of USD Facilities Management is to provide high quality, customer-centered services and facilities that support and promoted the mission of the University of South Dakota. Diversity and inclusiveness are values that are embraced and practiced at the University of South Dakota. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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Physical Requirements

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