Facilities Technician — Hands-on Plant & Lab Ops

Prairie AquaTech; Brookings Township (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie AquaTech, LLC dba Houdek, based in Brookings, South Dakota, seeks a Facilities Technician to support our 30,000 sq ft research and development facility. The role covers preventative maintenance, equipment care, and safe operations across Aquaculture, Feed Manufacturing, Pilot Fermentation, Analytical Lab, and Office areas.

You will assist with feed production tasks, lab operations, and record-keeping while collaborating with multiple departments to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to learn and get your hands dirty.
• Ability to operate a forklift (experience preferred).
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to safely lift up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting preventative maintenance and repairs around building grounds and multiple departments.
• Assisting during feed production tasks (weighing, mixing, extruding, oil coating, packaging).
• Assisting with day-to-day operations in aqua lab and handling fish.
• Assisting with pilot ingredient fermentation projects.
• Ensuring machine operations adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Maintaining equipment and facility cleanliness.
• Maintaining accurate production and maintenance records.
• Communicating effectively across departments to support operational efficiency.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Prairie AquaTech, LLC dba Houdek, based in Brookings, South Dakota, seeks a Facilities Technician to support our 30,000 sq ft research and development facility. The role covers preventative maintenance, equipment care, and safe operations across Aquaculture, Feed Manufacturing, Pilot Fermentation, Analytical Lab, and Office areas.

You will assist with feed production tasks, lab operations, and record-keeping while collaborating with multiple departments to improve efficiency.