Building Maintenance Specialist; Plumber

Job Overview

Position:
Maintenance Technician – Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (Full Time)

Agency:
Department of Social Services / Human Services Center,

Location:

Yankton, SD. Salary: $28.00 – $31.00 hourly, Pay Grade I. Open until filled.

• Maintain and repair fixture installation, irrigation, waste, heating and cooling systems, pools, whirlpool tubs, and food service appliances.
• Prioritize work orders to meet hospital operational needs with minimal disruption.
• Estimate material costs and quantities for repair and remodel projects to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Maintain an inventory of necessary materials including fittings, pipes, replacement fixtures, sprinkler heads, steam traps, sensors, and gages.
• Troubleshoot deficiencies within complex, upgraded, replaced, or discontinued systems using existing blueprints.
• Provide oversight of contracted construction projects to ensure compliance with codes and proper post-construction maintenance.
• Provide a professional and caring environment so patients can utilize amenities at all times.

None required. Special consideration will be given to applicants who possess a Journeyman, Contractor, or any specialty license.

• Experience in the plumbing trade, both new construction and remodeling.

• Computers and related software programs.
• Blueprints and schematic design.
• Water softeners and hydronic boilers.
• Water heaters.
• Various water systems.

• Read blueprints and troubleshoot issues within a plumbing system.
• Work independently and as a team.
• Complete scheduled inspections.
• Assist other trades as needed.

• Coordinate with outside parties for scheduling purposes.
• Troubleshoot complex systems on campus.
• Work with vendors for ordering and scheduling of services.
• Collaborate with other trades within the Physical Plant to provide services for the hospital.

• Submit a resume for consideration.
• Position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
• Successful applicants will undergo a background investigation and an abuse and neglect screening.
• Submission of a National Career Readiness Certificate is optional.

• Health insurance (zero premium) and nine other insurance options.
• Eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual.
• Dental, vision, and other insurance options.
• Retirement benefits:
  Member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

"An Equal Opportunity Employer". 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 will use E-Verify upon hire.