Facility Worker

Sdsoybean; Hot Springs (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J Fitzmaurice Veterans Home in Hot Springs, SD is hiring for a full-time custodial and maintenance position. The role focuses on keeping resident rooms and public areas clean and safe.

You'll perform light maintenance, assist with repairs and painting, operate groundskeeping equipment, and handle routine cleaning tasks in all weather. A valid driver's license is required and you should be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Supply and inventory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Primarily performs custodial duties and maintains high levels of cleanliness in resident rooms, restrooms and public areas.
• Includes some light maintenance duties such as repairing/painting walls and routine upkeep.
• Operates groundskeeping and cleaning equipment in all types of weather.
• Requires standing, bending and reaching for long periods.

Skills

Custodial skills

Maintenance basics

Driver's license

Communication skills

Tools

Lawn equipment

Floor cleaning equipment

Job description

Hot Springs, SD | Veteran's Affairs | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

14.92 - 18.00 US per hour

Posted 2 days ago

Description

Job ID: 37477
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J Fitzmaurice Veterans Home
Location: Hot Springs
Salary: $14.92 to $18.00/hour - depending on experience
Pay Grade: GC
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a full-time position with the Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J Fitzmaurice Veterans Home. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, please visit https://vetaffairs.sd.gov/ .

This position is a full-time position at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice South Dakota Veterans Home and requires a dedication and commitment to "Caring for America's Heroes". This position is a valued member of the Physical Plant Department will primarily complete custodial duties, but also include some light maintenance duties. The successful incumbent will require the ability to repair / paint walls, perform routine maintenance, operate groundskeeping equipment in all types of weather, perform and maintain high levels of cleanliness throughout the building consisting of resident rooms, restrooms, and public areas.

Responsibilities require standing, bending, and reaching for long periods of time.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A minimum of two years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Supply and inventory experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• knowledge of Environmental Services in a healthcare environment;
• organizational skills in order to multi-task and manage multiple tasks;
• ability to effectively communicate with residents, other staff, and team members as required, both verbally and in writing;
• ability to operate machinery, mowers, snow blowers, floor cleaning equipment, etc.;
• ability to learn new skills that are required for successfully completing the assigned tasks;
• ability to adapt to the ever-changing duties as they are assigned;
• ability to lift more than 50 pounds.

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

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

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.