Grounds Keeper

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Generous leave

Limited overtime

Job summary

South Dakota State Government is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain lawns, trees, flowers, shrubs, parking areas, and sidewalks across the Capitol Complex. You will operate hand and power tools and landscaping equipment to keep the grounds well cared for.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather, the ability to lift 50+ lbs, and flexibility for outside normal hours. Apply online through the state portal.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license requirement.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting (50+ lbs.) and other physical labor.
• Operate motorized vehicles, hand and power tools, and related equipment.
• Work schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, with flexibility for outside normal hours.
• Knowledge of gardening and grounds maintenance practices.
• Prior experience operating medium and large equipment is beneficial.
• Provide good customer service and tact when interacting with state agencies, co‑workers, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, landscaping, and parking areas with hand and power tools and equipment.
• Lift furniture and complete office moves when required.
• Work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Follow general instructions and work independently or as part of a team.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Heavy lifting (50+ lbs)

Operate hand tools & power tools

Outdoor work

Customer service

Tools

Medium/large equipment operation

Job description

Position Overview

The Bureau of Human Resources and Administration – Building and Grounds is seeking a Grounds Keeper. The incumbent will maintain lawns, trees, flowers, shrubs, parking lots, and sidewalks using hand and power tools, landscaping equipment, and related machinery to keep the Capitol Complex well cared for and maintained. For more information on the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration, see https://www.sd.gov/bhra.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, landscaping, and parking areas with hand and power tools and equipment.
• Lift furniture and complete office moves when required.
• Work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Follow general instructions and work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting (50+ lbs.) and other physical labor.
• Operating motorized vehicles, hand and power tools, and related equipment.
• Work schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday‑Friday, with flexibility for outside normal hours.
• Knowledge of gardening and grounds maintenance practices.
• Prior experience operating medium and large equipment is beneficial.
• Provide good customer service and tact when interacting with state agencies, co‑workers, and the public.

Benefits

• Multiple health insurance plan options, including one with $0 employee premium.
• 6% fully matched retirement plan, including long‑term disability and family survivor benefits.
• $25,000 paid life insurance.
• Generous leave policies.
• Limited overtime, allowing a healthy work‑life balance.

Other Requirements

• Eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
• Required to undergo a background investigation; an arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.
• National Career Readiness Certificate is optional; not required for consideration.
• State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas; all hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete a Form I‑9.
• The State of South Dakota uses E‑Verify for employment eligibility verification upon hire.
• Must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
• Applications accepted through the online portal: https://gen‑stateofsouthdako‑trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4F3

An Equal Opportunity Employer.