Building Maintenance Supervisor

State of South Dakota; Redfield (SD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

The State of South Dakota invites applications for a Building Maintenance Supervisor at the SD Developmental Center in Redfield, SD. This full-time role directs a team responsible for the operation, maintenance, and safety of our facilities.

Ideal candidates will lead with strong supervision, scheduling, and coordination of repairs while maintaining thorough records and ensuring compliance with healthcare and architectural standards.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising maintenance staff.
• Ability to plan and schedule work.
• Knowledge of trades safety and healthcare standards.
• Strong recordkeeping and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises building maintenance and grounds staff.
• Identifies repairs needs and assigns resources.
• Ensures 24/7 facility safety and survey readiness.
• Maintains records and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Training

Monitoring

Tools

Blueprints

Recordkeeping

Job description

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Job ID: 37288
Agency: SD Developmental Center
Location:Redfield, SD
Salary: $22.74-$26.75 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
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 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

• 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

Directs and supervises the activities of building maintenance and grounds staff in the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds. Identifies areas needing repairs or improvements and assigning personnel and resources to make the repairs or improvements to enhance the appearance of and maintain the buildings and grounds of SDDC.

Licenses And Certifications

Valid Driver's License preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

An ideal Building Maintenance Supervisor is a strong leader who effectively schedules, trains, supports and monitors maintenance staff to ensure 24/7 facility safety and survey readiness.

Knowledge Of

• the principles and practices of the trades supervised;
• safety measures and occupational hazards of the trades;
• effective methods of supervision;
• balance daily work orders with long-term projects.

Skill To

• match specific work orders to the technical strengths, speed, and specialization of individual staff members;
• enforce completion windows by establishing realistic timelines, tracking progress data, and holding staff accountable;
• conduct regular quality audits on finished work to verify repairs meet strict healthcare and structural standards.

Ability To

• establish and maintain effective supervisory relationships;
• plan and schedule work assignments;
• to keep records;
• read, interpret, and work from sketches, blueprints, and specifications;
• keep thorough and accurate records;
• deal tactfully with others;
• communicate information clearly and concisely;
• perform tasks in the trade areas supervised.

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.

“An Equal Opportunity Employer”