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Building Maint Specialist
South Dakota Board of Regents —Brookings, SD
- $25.69 - $28.88 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Building Maint Specialist

South Dakota Board of Regents -
Brookings, SD

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Job Details

$25.69 - $28.88 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Working Title

Building Maint Specialist

Posting Number

CSA02744P

Department

SDSU-Facilities & Services-Energy Systems

Physical Location of Position (City)

Brookings

Posting Text

Facilities & Services – Energy Systems

The Facilities & Services department of South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an experienced boiler operator to be a part of the team in the heating plant. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining the campus heating plant to ensure reliable heat and hot water delivery to approximately 80% of SDSU campus. Ensures boilers run at optimal efficiency with minimal environmental impact through continuous monitoring, adjustment, and adherence to best practices in plant operations.

The Energy Systems Division of Facilities and Services manages the production and distribution of the heating and cooling for campus. Our staff of engineers and technicians continually assess new technologies and energy options to assure SDState utilizes the most efficient and reliable systems both environmentally and fiscally.

This position is located in Brookings, SD.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate high pressure (150PSIG) gas and oil-fired boilers and associated equipment in the Heating Plant

Perform full range of maintenance activities and repairs on Central Heating Plant equipment.

Maintenance and repair of hydronic heating and cooling systems across campus.

Maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems (HVAC)

Perform planned preventative maintenance on building equipment

Benefits:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Boiler operations

Methods, tools and equipment associated with boiler operations

Knowledge of hydronics and HVAC for both small and large commercial or institutional sized equipment

Skill & Ability to:

Ability to maintain records

Calculate boiler combustion efficiency

Mechanical ability

Ability to work shifts through winter

Ability to lift 50lbs

Ability to occasionally be on call

Required License:

Valid Driver’s License

Obtain EPA 608 certification within 6 months of employment

Application Procedures:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date

06/24/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

07/08/2026

Advertised Salary

$25.69 - $28.88/ hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

M-F, 8-5, occasional call. Working shifts through winter

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Valid Drivers License, Other

If other, please indicate

Occasionally be on call

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. The mission of the Community Practice Innovation Center is to address community-identified needs and implement innovative solutions to better serve our region, which is achieved through project (research and public health) and service work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [email protected]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Joel Doyscher at 605-688-4619 or [email protected].

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