Senior Building Maintenance Worker

South Dakota Board Of Regents

Spearfish, SD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Athletics, Blueprints, Carpentry, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Concrete, Electricity, Exercise Science, Groundskeeping, Health Education, Health Science, Infectious Diseases, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Memory Hardware, Microsoft Word, Natural Science, On Call, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Property Maintenance, Scaffolding, Social Sciences, Sports, Sustainability, Team Player, Vaccination, Web Browsers
LOCATION
Spearfish, SD
POSTED
6 days ago

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution Black Hills State University Working Title Senior Building Maintenance Worker Posting Number CSA02734P Department BHSU-Buildings & Grounds Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish Posting Text

Black Hills State University is seeking a full-time Senior Building Maintenance Worker in the Building & Grounds department.

This position will be responsible for the renovation of existing campus structures, performing carpenter maintenance needs as they arise on campus, and assisting with groundskeeping.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

  • General carpentry skills
  • Operates the necessary tools of the trade
  • Ability to read and follow blueprints
  • Schedules the installation of projects
  • Computer skills including web browsing, Excel, MSWord
  • Professional, clear, and concise communication
  • Deal tactfully and work effectively with others
  • Ability to lift over 50 pounds
  • Climb ladders and stairs
  • Work after hours or on call as needed

TO APPLY:

Applications must be made at http://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please attach a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of June 18, 2026 at 11PM MDT. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Questions specific to the position may be directed to Scott Hanson at Scott.Hanson@bhsu.edu.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6549 or Cassie.Maser@bhsu.edu. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Posting Date 06/12/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 06/18/2026 Advertised Salary $18.45/hr Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

6:30am to 3:00pm M-F

Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Valid Drivers License, Weekends/Holidays If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Contact Information

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Memory, Perform calculations, Reading

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Other, Protective Clothing, Respirator, Surgical Mask If other protection is used please identify

Knee Pads, tool belt

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Squatting, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc) Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Biohazard, Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Vibrations, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in confined/congested spaces (tunnels), Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery, Working from scaffolding and high places, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Classroom Environment, Lab Environment, Mechanical Facility, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment, Clinical Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Where did you hear about this position?
  • SDBOR Employment Site
  • BHSU Website
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • SD Department of Labor
  • Rapid City Journal
  • Black Hills Pioneer
  • Referral
  • Other

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Reference List

Optional Documents

  • Other

About the Company

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South Dakota Board Of Regents