Seasonal Park Groundskeeper: Outdoor Maintenance

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

South Dakota Game Fish & Parks seeks a Seasonal Parks/Ground Maintenance worker to assist with park upkeep in Watertown, SD. Duties include mowing, weed whipping, spraying, watering, and operating a range of equipment such as mowers and trucks.

Applicants should be able to work outdoors in varying weather, possess a valid driver's license, and be at least 18 years old. This non-benefited, temporary role closes on 09/15/2026.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Seasonal, temporary, non-benefited position; exempt from civil service.
• Uniforms are provided and dress code must be followed.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance of buildings and grounds within the park, including mowing, weed whipping, spraying, watering, and operating equipment (mowers, tractors, skid loaders, weed sprayers, power tools, chainsaws and trucks).

Job description

South Dakota Game Fish & Parks seeks a Seasonal Parks/Ground Maintenance worker to assist with park upkeep in Watertown, SD. Duties include mowing, weed whipping, spraying, watering, and operating a range of equipment such as mowers and trucks.

Applicants should be able to work outdoors in varying weather, possess a valid driver's license, and be at least 18 years old. This non-benefited, temporary role closes on 09/15/2026.