General Maintenance I

ExplorUS; Interior (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Badlands National Park is seeking a General Maintenance I to join the Maintenance team. You will assist in upkeep of lodging, retail stores, restaurants and housing, handling basic maintenance tasks and responding to work orders.

The role requires willingness to learn, the ability to lift 25 lbs frequently, and the patience to work as part of a team with safety as a priority. Prior experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent.
• Technical certification/degree preferred.
• 1 year of general maintenance experience.
• National Park Experience Preferred.
• EOE statement applies.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Assist in painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and landscaping tasks.
• Perform maintenance and mechanical duties for buildings and associated facilities, furnishings and equipment.
• Capable of hands-on repairs in most maintenance disciplines.
• Follow safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Provide polite, knowledgeable visitor service when responding to inquiries.

Skills

General maintenance

Tools usage

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification/degree preferred

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

At Badlands National Park, every day is an adventure - where rugged beauty, dramatic landscapes, and rich natural history come together to create a truly unforgettable workplace. Offering competitive pay, employee housing and benefits.

Title: General Maintenance I

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Department: Maintenance

Summary of Position

Responsible for assisting the Maintenance team in performing a variety of basic skills involved in the upkeep of buildings and grounds, including lodging, retail stores, restaurants and housing.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete work orders, in a timely and efficient manner, as required by Maintenance Department policies and procedures. Must assist in the completion, tracking and reporting of work orders
• Duties may include general painting, carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, masonry, landscaping maintenance, etc.
• Perform assigned maintenance and mechanical duties for buildings and associated facilities, furnishings and equipment as requested
• Capable of "hands on repairs" in most maintenance disciplines
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures including when lifting, climbing, etc.
• Be available to assist other team members with maintenance related tasks
• Polite, knowledgeable and timely customer service when responding to visitor inquiries
• Understand the Company’s ISO (Environmental & Quality) management systems, policies, goals, and initiatives and meet the specific responsibilities within these areas
• Other duties per Duties Checklist and as assigned

Position Requirements

• Demonstrate basic skill in the use of tools, materials and equipment common to maintenance and repair
• Possess the initiative to learn and willingness to grow in maintenance operations
• Understand and effectively follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to work on ladders, scaffolding, elevated platforms or crawl spaces, tunnels, ledges and roofs and understand the OSHA safety requirements as applicable
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able to work a variety of day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally
• Must have a valid driver’s license to operate vehicles throughout property

Education and Experience

Education: High school Diploma or equivalent

Technical certification/degree preferred

Experience: 1 year of general maintenance and/or construction

National Park Experience Preferred

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status and all other status protected by law.