Facility Worker

Working Title Facility Worker

Posting Number CSA02443P

Department SDSU-Facilities & Services-Custodial Svc

Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings

Posting Text

SDSU Facilities & Services is in search of a motivated and dependable individual to join our cleaning team as a Facility Worker for our 7a.m. to 4p.m. shift. No prior professional cleaning experience is needed. You bring your willingness to learn, and we will equip you with all the training and tools to complete the job.

This position is located in

Brookings, South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities: Provide cleaning services to SDSU Academic and Athletic Buildings and to promote a clean and safe environment for students, staff, and the public. The work duties will include hard and soft surface floor maintenance, restroom care, classroom, and office detailing, building security, trash handling, as well as some exterior and miscellaneous maintenance tasks.

Benefits: 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, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:* Or willingness to learn how to operate basic computer software applications and various electronic systems.

Skill & Ability to:* Follow oral instructions.

• Follow written instructions.
  
• Stand for extended periods of time.
  
• Bend, stretch, climb ladders, twist, and walk.
  
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
  

Required License: Valid Driver’s License

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.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

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Posting Date 08/06/2025

Closing Date 08/20/2025

Open Until Filled No

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary $17.21/hour depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term 12 months

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Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

7am-4pm Monday through Friday

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

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This position requires Valid Drivers License

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.