Facilities Maintenance Technician - Keep Our Campus Running

Washington Pavilion; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan with 6% Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Free Membership to Washington Pavilion

Employee perks including discounts

Job summary

A community-focused arts venue in Sioux Falls is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician to ensure the facility is safe and functional for all. The role involves hands-on maintenance tasks such as repair and painting and requires flexibility for occasional nights and weekends. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, hands-on experience, and strong customer service skills. Benefits include medical insurance, 401K matching, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in DIY, mechanics, or landscaping preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs unassisted.
• Familiarity with PPE and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Repair, patch, and paint walls, ceilings, and floors.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs.
• Conduct morning building checks and unlock doors.
• Complete maintenance requests and documentation.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Customer service skills

Mechanical inclination

Ability to multitask

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Share

Share

Email

Post

Share

Join Our Facility Services & Maintenance Team

Maintenance Technician (Full-Time, Hourly)

The Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in keeping the Washington Pavilion safe, functional, and welcoming for guests, artists, and employees. This position supports building and grounds maintenance across our campus and contributes directly to the success of daily operations and major events.

If you’re hands-on, mechanically inclined, and enjoy working in an active, community-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Full-time, hourly position

Typical schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday

Flexible availability required, including occasional nights, weekends, and holidays

Support for special events, including Sidewalk Arts Festival and SculptureWalk installation/uninstallation weekends

What You’ll Do

Repair, patch, and paint walls, ceilings, and floors

Perform minor plumbing repairs and parts replacement for sinks, toilets, and urinals

Repair theater seating, door locks, and hardware assemblies

Conduct morning building checks and unlock doors as scheduled

Communicate and collaborate with team members to resolve facilities-related issues

Plan and manage time effectively to complete tasks efficiently

Complete maintenance requests and required documentation or system entries

Perform snow and ice removal and general grounds maintenance, which may extend beyond normal schedules

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

High school diploma or GED

Related hands-on experience preferred (DIY, mechanic, landscaping, or similar background)

Experience or willingness to learn maintenance and repair of lawn sprinklers, fountains, and waterfall pumps

Drywall repair and painting experience strongly preferred

Basic electrical troubleshooting experience or willingness to learn (including use of a multimeter)

Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision

Strong customer service skills for both internal and external customers

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs unassisted

Ability to walk, bend, stoop, and perform physical tasks regularly

Familiarity with PPE and safe work practices

Willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (heat, rain, snow, cold); some manual removal required

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and engaging workplace with competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

401K Retirement Plan with a 6% Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off (personal, sick, and holidays)

Free Washington Pavilion Membership

Exclusive employee perks, including ticket and event discounts, on-site café discounts, and staff appreciation events

If you’re looking to work in an energetic, creative environment that serves the community and hosts world-class events, apply today and join the Washington Pavilion team.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English – Spanish – Arabic - Chinese

English – Spanish – Chinese

If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English