Job ID: 26381
Agency: Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
Location: Pierre
Salary: $24.05 - $30.06/hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GI
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a Full-Time 40 Hour Weekly position with the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration - Building and Grounds. For more information on the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration, please visit https://boa.sd.gov/ .
We are seeking a qualified plumbing specialist to perform duties in the Capitol Complex buildings. Duties include general maintenance apprised of: installing and repairing water, gas, other piping systems, plumbing fixtures, removing obstructions from drains, and performing monthly preventive maintenance on heating and cooling pumps. The incumbent will also be required to work with the other plumbing staff to perform plumbing repairs to keep the plumbing operations on the Capitol Complex in good operating condition.
Incumbents must be proficient with a wide range of plumbing tools such as pipe cutters, threaders, and drain snakes.
Licenses And CertificationsIncumbent must be a licensed journeyman plumber and have the ability to acquire a contractor plumbing license.
Knowledge Of The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• local, state, and federal building codes;
• appropriate installation and repair techniques;
• electrical and mechanical engineering and design;
• the functions of various plumbing systems;
• experience in high-pressure and low-pressure boilers is helpful.

Ability To

• read and follow blueprints;
• interpret technical specifications and regulations;
• operate the necessary tools of the trade;
• communicate information clearly and concisely;
• deal tactfully and work effectively with others.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation, and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"