Pine Ridge Extension Office Custodian and Grounds Keeper

South Dakota Board of Regents; Porcupine; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A state university in Porcupine is seeking a part-time custodian and grounds keeper. The role involves cleaning, seasonal maintenance, and outdoor work. Candidates should have general construction knowledge and a valid Driver's License. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement plans, and paid leave. Interested applicants can apply through the online employment site.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and flexible benefits

Generous retirement plan with 6% matching

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Adapt schedule based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning the office building and grounds.
• Seasonal maintenance of the garden and outdoor areas.
• Moving snow in winter.

Skills

General construction

Motors

Operating a small utility tractor

Snow blower operation

Ability to lift and carry 60 pounds

Effective communication

Job description

Pine Ridge Extension Office Custodian and Grounds Keeper

South Dakota State University is seeking a self‑motivated and dependable individual to serve as a part‑time custodian and grounds keeper at our Pine Ridge Extension Office located outside of Porcupine, South Dakota. If you enjoy working both indoors and outdoors this might be the position for you!

As the outreach arm of our state’s land grant, South Dakota State University, SDSU Extension is able to provide farmers, ranchers, agri‑business people, communities, families and youth with the research‑based information they need to succeed. SDSU Extension meets the changing needs of South Dakotans with progressive outreach services, ranging from one‑on‑one interaction and forums to 24/7 online access through our website, http://extension.sdstate.edu. SDSU Extension organizes program outreach across 4 program areas: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Food & Families, Community Vitality and 4‑H Youth Development.

Job Responsibilities:

• Cleaning the office building (sweeping, mopping, emptying trash cans, hauling trash to the dump ground once per week or as needed).
  Seasonal grounds keeping to include mowing & weed trimming around the office building and AgriAbility Demonstration Grounds. Watering the garden and hoop houses once planted during the growing season. Some weeding of garden beds. Moving snow in the winter months for the SDSU Extension Office parking lot and shoveling around entrances.

Benefits:

• 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: General construction; Motors; Experience operating a small utility tractor and snow blower.
• Skill & Ability to lift and carry 60 pounds; adapt schedule based on project needs; work independently and as a team member; communicate and work effectively with co‑workers.
• Required License: Valid Driver’s License.
• Comments: This position is classified as a Grounds Keeper.

Application Procedures:

SDState accepts applications through an on‑line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." 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, résumé, 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.

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 [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information:

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

South Dakota State University
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455