Lead Building Maintenance Worker

City of Sioux Falls; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sioux Falls is hiring a Lead Building Maintenance professional for the Midco Aquatic Center. This full-time role involves managing complex building systems, ensuring safety and efficiency, and collaborating with staff to maintain the facility's integrity. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in building maintenance and a commitment to community service.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days

40 hours of vacation at time of hire

Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years' experience in custodial and building maintenance.
• Experience with low-pressure boilers and heating/cooling systems.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance and operation of the facility's infrastructure.
• Collaborate with Parks and Recreation staff.
• Address maintenance issues proactively.

Skills

Building Maintenance

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Pool Chemistry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Certification

Job description

HIRING RANGE DOQ: $26.89 - $29.16 hourly

DEADLINE FOR FILING: May 21 through June 4, 2025

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Sioux Falls is seeking a skilled professional to fill the role of Lead Building Maintenance at the Midco Aquatic Center, a premier, high-traffic, year-round indoor aquatic facility. This opportunity calls for an individual with expertise in managing complex building systems, including pool chemistry, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical components.

As the Lead Building Maintenance professional, you will oversee the daily maintenance, repair, and operation of the facility’s infrastructure, ensuring all systems function safely and efficiently. In this full-time role, you will serve as the on-site expert, collaborating with Parks and Recreation staff, leading maintenance team members, and proactively addressing issues to maintain the facility’s long-term integrity. Your work will play a pivotal role in protecting the city’s investment and upholding exceptional operational standards for this vital community experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or GED certification, or trade school with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in custodial and building maintenance and repair activities, including experience with the operation and maintenance of low-pressure boilers and other heating and cooling systems, electrical, and plumbing; or any such combination of education, training, or experience as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
• Willing to work standby duty for building security systems, HVAC/R, and maintenance alerts.
• Must be willing and will be required to work a varied schedule including weekends and evening hours.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license prior to hire is required.

OUR CULTURE

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially, and we need you to join our team of 1,400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments.

There’s a role for every interest, from public safety and health, to culture and recreation, to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure, safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.

Our core values of safety, teamwork, innovation, character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees’ top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment, growth through learning and training, and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.