Job Description
Job ID: 26634
Agency: Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources - State Fair
Location: Huron
Salary: $16.26 - $20.32 per hour; depending on experience
Pay Grade: GE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. For more information on the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/ .
This position assists with preparation of grounds and facilities for special events. This includes the setup and cleanup. Performs skilled building maintenance tasks in the areas of carpentry, mechanical, and preventive maintenance to provide for the continued, safe, and efficient operation of the facility and associated areas. Candidate must have good communication skills, complete tasks in a timely manner, and have the ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
Tasks can require prolonged standing, bending, and working in cramped areas and on ladders. Incumbents are subject to muscle strain and exposure to inclement weather.
Licenses and Certifications: - CDL is preferred but not required.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A high school diploma or GED with some skills and a minimum of 2 years of experience in general maintenance is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- the methods and practices of general building and facility maintenance;
- building construction;
- tools and equipment associated with the tasks of the position;
- positive customer relations;
- organize and delegate assignments;
- communicate information clearly and concisely;
- communicate effectively;
- establish timetables and projects;
- follow oral and written instructions;
- direct the activities of others;
- complete delegated tasks;
- operate motorized vehicles, hand and power tools;
- deal tactfully with others;
- lift 50 pounds or more;
- work occasional nights and weekends;
- work extended days and hours before, during, and post State Fair; and
- provide positive customer service and relations.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. 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.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=PBU
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"