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Building Engineer

Tribal Operations
Prior Lake, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026

Come join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) as a Building Engineer! In this opportunity you will plan, organize, supervise and perform installation, service, repair and preventative maintenance of all building systems and equipment. Schedule and supervise work done by outside contractors on building systems. Enjoy weekly pay, career growth opportunities, and great employee perks. Whatever your career goals may be, let SMSC help get you there!

Starting Pay at $30 – $35 per hour.

Maximize Your Impact: The Responsibilities You’ll Own:

  • Plan, organize, supervise and perform installation, service, repair and preventative
    maintenance of all building systems and equipment. Schedule and supervise work done by
    outside contractors on building systems.
  • Document and communicate information regarding building systems and equipment to
    Director and all affected departments including installation, repair and preventative
    maintenance schedules, equipment breakdowns and safety concerns.
  • Identify problems related to building systems and equipment. Coordinate and make repairs.
  • Respond to and assist in all building, equipment or systems emergency situations involving
    the Maintenance department. Other duties as assigned.
  • Monitor therapy pool and water feature water conditions and maintain records according to
    applicable law.
  • Monitor building temperatures and makes adjustments as necessary.
  • Operate, program, troubleshoot and repair fire, security and related equipment.
  • Maintain tools, equipment, work area and service vehicle.

Work Requirements:

  • Combination of education and experience to equal 5 years in HVAC&R, electrical, plumbing, building maintenance and building automation.
  • Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical and plumbing.
  • Advanced proficiency with computers, BAS software and preventative maintenance software.
  • 1st Class Grade C boilers license, Universal refrigerant license, Certified Pool Operator’s license.
  • Valid Class D driver’s license may be required with a good driving record.
  • Industrial Truck Driving permit may be required (forklift).
  • Ability to work in a wide range of climate temperatures, including excessive heat and/or subzero temperatures.
  • Proficiency in maintaining safety while handling potential fumes, chemicals, odors, and/or noise.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: At the SMSC, we are invested in our employees, as demonstrated by the competitive benefits we offer. Employees may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous PTO package, which includes outreach hours for volunteer work through our #SMSCgives outreach program. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are: The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes both time and financial resources across the region, state, and country. The SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties, and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative that organizes various opportunities in the local community. To empower its team members to take part in the Dakota tradition of giving, the SMSC provides paid hours to team members to volunteer at events. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org

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