Equipment Technician

South Dakota State University; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Flexible benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Relocation benefits

Tuition benefits at state institutions

Training opportunities

Job summary

South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD seeks a skilled mechanic to maintain and repair campus construction, off-road, and building equipment including generators, air compressors, lifts, and loaders.

The role requires extensive knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and powertrain systems, plus strong diagnostic and safety skills. Benefits include a comprehensive package and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, electrical, hydraulic, brake, cooling, and powertrain systems.
• Diagnostic techniques for engines and equipment.
• Experience with a wide range of construction and off-road equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled mechanic work on construction, off-road, and building equipment.
• Service, repair, and maintain engines, brake, hydraulic, cooling, drive lines, and exhaust systems.
• Repair and service generators and air compressors; perform minor body repairs.
• Work safely with hand and power tools and respond to after-hours issues.

Skills

Diesel and gasoline engine knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Brake systems

Diagnostics

Powertrain

Safety and after-hours responsiveness

Education

Associate degree in Diesel and Automotive Technology

Tools

CDL Class B with air brakes endorsement

Job description

The South Dakota State University (SDState) Facilities & Services Department is seeking a skilled mechanic to join the team. This position will offer support by maintaining and repairing a variety of construction, off-road, and building equipment. The equipment fleet includes everything from small engines and power equipment to lifts, loaders, generators, and air compressors that help support campus operations. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 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.

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:

Perform skilled mechanic work on construction equipment, off road equipment, and building equipment. Routine service work, repair and maintenance of engines, brake systems, hydraulic systems, cooling systems, drive lines, exhaust, heating and air conditioning systems, minor body repairs, generators, air compressors, etc. Equipment ranges from small engines such as chainsaws to large pieces such as JLG lifts and front-end loaders as well as building generators and air compressors.

Benefits:

• medical
• dental
• flexible benefits
• retirement plans
• compensation packages
• paid holidays
• vacation leave
• generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching
• 10 hours of annual leave each month
• 9.34 hours of sick leave each month
• eleven paid holidays
• internal and state-sponsored training
• 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:

• Detailed mechanical knowledge of various equipment including diesel, gas, small engines, including electrical, steering, suspension, brake, cooling/heating, powertrain, fuel, air and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnostic techniques for engines and equipment systems
• Equipment maintenance and repair (i.e., automotive, loaders, skid loaders, tractors, telehandlers, UTVs, lawn and grounds care equipment, etc.).
• Math skills including fractions, percentages, and geometry.
• Building equipment maintenance and repair (i.e., standby generators, air compressors, etc.)

Skill & Ability to:

• Analyze mechanical issues by applying problem solving skills.
• Perform routine and in depth repairs to a wide variety of equipment.
• Work safely with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Work in extreme temperatures and various locations including tunnels, rooftops, and agricultural sites.
• Communicate clearly and have good customer service skills.
• Respond to emergency/urgent issues after hours or on weekends.
• Work independently with minimal supervision as well as work as a team player with a positive attitude.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Required License:

Valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CDL class B with air brakes endorsement
• Associates degree in Diesel and Automotive Technology (or similar)
• At least 5 years of professional on the job experience performing mechanical repairs and service.

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.

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 affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. 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, 605-688-4128.