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Plumbing Specialist

State of South Dakota
Pierre, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026 CLOSED ON 6/26/2026

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Job ID: 36220

Agency: Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

Location:Pierre, SD

Salary: $25.69-$38.51 Hourly, depending on qualifications

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://www.sd.gov/bhra .

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 Certifications

Incumbent 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; and,
  • experience in high-pressure and low-pressure boilers is helpful.

Ability To

  • communicate information clearly and concisely;
  • interpret technical specifications and regulations;
  • follow instructions to complete delegated tasks;
  • deal tactfully and work effectively with others;
  • read and follow blueprints;
  • operate required tools and equipment of the trade;
  • lift 50 pounds or more;
  • work from ladders, scaffolding, or in confined areas.

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.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

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 $0 premium employee health insurance option 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 here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=446

You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us

http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

Salary : $26 - $39

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