Building Maintenance Specialist (HVAC/Plumbing)

State of South Dakota; Redfield (SD); On-site; USD 78,223,000 - 91,951,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of South Dakota, through the SD Developmental Center in Redfield, SD, is seeking a skilled trades technician responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of campus mechanical infrastructure. The role ensures all building systems meet federal requirements and operate safely and reliably.

The ideal candidate will have licensed HVAC or plumbing experience, strong diagnostic abilities, and a track record with preventative maintenance schedules.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical systems.
• Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing heavy-duty water supply, waste, and vent piping networks.
• Direct experience executing preventative maintenance schedules for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and use diagnostic tools to predict failures.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled troubleshooting and repair tasks in plumbing and HVAC.
• Executes scheduled preventative maintenance protocols for plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Locates problems, determines procedures, and makes repairs to restore operation cost-effectively.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Piping Proficiency

Proactive Maintenance

Diagnostic Skills

Operational Reliability

Tools

Blueprints & Schematics

Diagnostic Tools

Building Automation Interfaces

Job description

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Job ID: 37287

Agency: SD Developmental Center

Location:Redfield, SD

Salary: $27.28-32.09 Hourly, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: I

Closing Date: 9/11/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the SD Developmental Center. For more information on the SD Developmental Center, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center .

About SDDC

The South Dakota Developmental Center (SDDC) is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

Benefits

SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential. Our Benefits Include:

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the skilled installation, maintenance, and repair of SDDC's comprehensive mechanical infrastructure. This role performs a broad range of hands‑on technical work to ensure that all building systems and equipment operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. The role ensures all campus equipment strictly complies with 42 CFR Part 483 Subpart I (Conditions of Participation for ICFs/IID) federal physical environment regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs skilled troubleshooting and repair tasks in the areas of plumbing and HVAC.
• Execute scheduled preventative maintenance protocols for SDDC's plumbing and complex HVAC systems.
• Locates problems, determines appropriate procedures, and makes repairs or adjustments on system to ensure the disabled unit/system returns to operation in a cost effective and timely manner.

Licenses And Certifications

Licensed HVAC or Plumber is preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Technical Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical systems, commercial appliances, and automated facility equipment.
• Piping Proficiency: Proven experience installing, maintaining, and repairing heavy‑duty water supply, waste, and vent piping networks.
• Proactive Maintenance Focus: Direct experience executing systematic preventative maintenance schedules for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Diagnostic Skills: Proficiency in reading blueprints, interpreting technical schematics, and utilizing specialized diagnostic tools to isolate and predict equipment failures.
• Operational Reliability: Ability to perform physical labor, utilize maintenance tracking software, and respond effectively to critical facility equipment emergencies in an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) setting.

Knowledge Of

• Mechanical Systems: In-depth knowledge of the operations, internal components, and mechanics of mechanical systems, automated equipment, and commercial appliances.
• Piping & Hydraulic Principles: Advanced knowledge of standard plumbing codes, water distribution loops, and the proper layout, installation, and repair of water supply, waste, and vent piping networks.
• Proactive Preventative Maintenance: Proven principles of predictive and preventative maintenance modeling.
• Technical Blueprints & Schematics: High proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints, complex plumbing schematics, building layouts.
• Diagnostic & Calibration Tools: Expert knowledge of the safe operation of specialized hand tools, multi‑meters, pressure gauges, and building automation control interfaces.

Skill To

• Isolate Mechanical Failures: Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical failures, component wear, and structural defects in industrial facility equipment and commercial appliances.
• Repair, rebuild, or replace internal components, gear assemblies, pumps, and heavy hardware to restore optimal equipment operations.
• Perform systematically scheduled preventative maintenance, including lubricating motors, replacing worn belts, clearing lines, and servicing HVAC coils.

Ability To

• Manage Proactive Schedules: Prioritize and execute comprehensive preventative maintenance plans across multiple building systems simultaneously without disrupting daily operations.
• Diagnose Under Pressure: Analyze complex equipment malfunctions rapidly and implement safe, effective repairs during critical system failures or emergency outages.
• Adapt to Physical Demands: Perform strenuous physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and working in confined mechanical spaces safely.
• Work around Vulnerable Populations: Demonstrate tact, respect, and awareness while performing maintenance duties within an active residential care environment.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work effectively alongside facility staff to ensure a safe physical environment.

Additional Requirements

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

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 $0 premium employee health insurance option 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 here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail] http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"