Apprentice Plumbing Specialist

South Dakota Board of Regents; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Job summary

South Dakota State University is seeking an Apprentice Plumbing Specialist to help keep our campus operating at its best. The role requires a willingness to learn, pride in craftsmanship, problem-solving, and quality work.

Location is Brookings, South Dakota, with opportunities to grow skills in plumbing trade. The position is in Facilities and Services, supporting a range of plumbing projects across campus and satellite sites.

Qualifications

• Basic plumbing principles and techniques
• Diploma or Associates degree preferred
• Valid Driver’s License required

Responsibilities

• Assist with varied plumbing work and maintenance on campus and at sites
• Support maintenance and repair of all plumbing systems including heating, cooling, domestic water, and sewer systems
• Trench/excavate for underground plumbing; install piping and fixtures
• Follow safety procedures and read blueprints/drawings when learning

Skills

Learn quickly

Read drawings

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

Diploma in plumbing technology

Associates degree in building trades

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

South Dakota State University is seeking an Apprentice Plumbing Specialist to help keep our campus operating at its best. We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, and takes pride in craftsmanship, problem‑solving, and quality work. In this role, you’ll support a wide range of plumbing projects that ensure our facilities remain safe, reliable, and fully functional. We provide the tools, training, and support you need to excel in your work and continue developing your skills in the plumbing trade. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota .
Facilities and Services is the internal department overseeing the growth, maintenance, repair and changes of the facilities, infrastructure and grounds of campus and satellite locations. Campus Maintenance staff has technical expertise in electrical, plumbing, HVAC , carpentry, welding, mechanics, building repair work, relocation, and grounds. Services include the operation, maintenance, repair and remodeling of university buildings and grounds and the operation and repair of certain types of equipment.

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

Job Responsibilities

Assist with performing varied plumbing work; Support maintenance and repair of all plumbing systems, including heating, cooling, domestic water, and sewer systems on campus and at local agricultural teaching/research sites; Trench/excavate for underground plumbing; assist with remodel projects; install piping and or plumbing fixtures in buildings and outside; perform & assist with general building plumbing maintenance and service work; locate underground utilities.

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.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of

• Basic plumbing principles and techniques
• Basic construction practices preferred
• Knowledge of plumbing codes, regulations, and safety procedures preferred.

Skill & Ability to

• Learn a variety of new information and skills quickly
• Read and understand construction and plumbing drawings or willingness to learn.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions confidently and willing to ask clarifying questions when unsure how to proceed.
• Demonstrate critical thinking
• Able to work effectively in diverse environments and weather conditions, and capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Collaborate effectively as a team player while maintaining a positive, can‑do attitude as well as work independently with a high level of self-motivation
• Proficient in the safe and effective use of basic hand tools.
• Committed to working safely and following established safety procedures.
• Diploma in plumbing technology, pipefitting, HVAC /R, or construction preferred.
• Associates degree or higher in building trades, mechanical systems, construction or similar preferred.

Required License

• Valid Driver’s License

Duration of the Term

12 months

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

7:00am-3:30pm M-F or 8am-5pm if on call. Possible weekend and evening hours depending on, on-call rotation.

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

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 contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

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.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Amy Jones – 605-688-4637.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Other, Protective Clothing, Surgical Mask

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Other, Protective Clothing, Surgical Mask

If other protection is used please identify

Hard hat, high visibility vest, fall protection / harness, kneepads

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Lifting heavy, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Depth Perception, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Vision (With and without corrective lenses), Color Vision, Distant Vision, Hearing, Speaking

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Animal Handling, Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Biohazard, Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure, Vibrations, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in confined/congested spaces (tunnels), Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery, Working from scaffolding and high places

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

working in tunnels, in mechanical rooms, on roofs, in lifts

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Animal Facility, Animal Research Farm, Classroom Environment, Clinical Environment, Farm or Grassland Environment, Greenhouse Environment, Lab Environment, Mechanical Facility, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment, Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Other Environment (Please explain below)

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

mechanical tunnels and crawl spaces, roofs

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter. Optional Documents: Reference List.

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take affirmative action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and affirmative action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents

306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200

Pierre, SD 57501

605-773-3455