Plumbing Specialist

South Dakota State University is seeking a Plumbing Specialist to help keep our campus running strong. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship and problem-solving. In this role, you’ll tackle a wide range of plumbing projects that help maintain safe, reliable facilities. We provide the tools and support to help you do your best work and continue growing in your trade.

Facilities and Services is the internal department overseeing the growth, maintenance, repair and changes of the facilities, infrastructure and grounds of campus and satellite locations. Campus Maintenance staff has technical expertise in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, welding, mechanics, building repair work, relocation, and grounds. Services include the operation, maintenance, repair and remodeling of university buildings and grounds and the operation and repair of certain types of equipment.

This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota
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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and replacements of plumbing, heating, cooling, water, and sewer systems on campus and the local agricultural research stations.
• Complete remodel projects and new installations.
• Perform utility locates.
• Respond to building plumbing or utility system problems on a rotating on-call basis.

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge of:

• Plumbing code
• Commercial plumbing systems, including service, repairs, & maintenance
• New installations and remodel modifications
• Functions of various plumbing, heating and cooling systems
• Basic computer skills

Skill & Ability to:

• Perform installation or modification of plumbing and heating systems
• Install plumbing, cooling and heating products and equipment
• Repair or replace plumbing, heating and cooling systems or components
• Work in confined areas or from heights
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Communicate clearly
• Respond to emergency/urgent issues after hours or on weekends
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Work as a team player with a positive attitude

• Valid driver’s license;
  South Dakota Journeyman’s Plumbing License.

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. :
(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.

Email applications will not be accepted.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR
. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact:
Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: .

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at .