What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Service Technician I position at Pennington County, SD?
Position Description
The Building Service Technician 1 provides building maintenance through custodial and preventive care. By utilizing the assistance of inmate/client/detainee workers, the Building Service Technician is able to maintain the designated facilities according to high standards.
Position Functions
- Direct inmate/client/detainee workers and contractors in proper methods of care and cleaning inside and outside of the facility.
- Clean and care for the facility as directed.
- Perform repair tasks, such as carpentry, painting and plumbing.
- Perform repairs on hand tools, power tools and equipment, and address simple electrical problems.
- Supervise laundry and maintenance work to ensure assigned duties are completed.
- Provide input on maintenance budget, both current and future.
- Maintain records relating to facility care and maintenance.
- Monitor tool and chemical inventory.
- Order supplies as necessary.
- Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- HS Diploma or GED required.
- One year of work experience in building maintenance preferred.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid South Dakota Driver’s license within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.
Additional Information
Working Environment:
Physical Requirements:
Benefits Include:
Paid On-the-Job Training
Advancement Opportunities
South Dakota State Retirement System, 6% employer match, vested after 3 years
11 Paid Holidays Annually
80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year/ 120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year
80 Paid Sick Hours Annually
Bereavement Leave
Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays Overtime Opportunities
Time of Service Bonuses
Federal Student Aid Forgiveness
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans with HSA Option
Blues 365 Discount Program
Delta Dental Insurance
Avesis Vision Insurance
$20,000 employer-paid employee life coverage
Voluntary Life Coverage
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options
Connections Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Gym
YMCA Discounts
Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges
Chaplain Program
Employee Referral Program
- Work is performed in an office or correctional facility.
- This position may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, wet condition and occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
- Work may require the use protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
- This position will include close interactions with inmates/detainees/clients.
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing.
- Must be able to sit, walk, stand, climb, balance and use hands and arms to reach and feel.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Benefits Include:
Paid On-the-Job Training
Advancement Opportunities
South Dakota State Retirement System, 6% employer match, vested after 3 years
11 Paid Holidays Annually
80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year/ 120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year
80 Paid Sick Hours Annually
Bereavement Leave
Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays Overtime Opportunities
Time of Service Bonuses
Federal Student Aid Forgiveness
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans with HSA Option
Blues 365 Discount Program
Delta Dental Insurance
Avesis Vision Insurance
$20,000 employer-paid employee life coverage
Voluntary Life Coverage
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options
Connections Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Gym
YMCA Discounts
Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges
Chaplain Program
Employee Referral Program
Pennington County Benefit Summary
The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time and part-time benefited employees of Pennington County.
Heath Care Program
Health – Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered: a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible/out-of-pocket maximums.
Dental – Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan.
Prescription – The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit.
Note: Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.
Life Insurance
Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee. Optional supplemental life insurance can be purchased for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Employee Assistance Program
Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse. Generally speaking, as many as three visits annually are provided at no charge. Services are confidential.
Retirement Plan
Pennington County is a member of the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The employee contributes 6% (8% for public safety) of gross wages. The contribution is matched by the County. Upon separation from employment with Pennington County, individuals who are fully vested in SDRS (three years of contributory service) have the right to receive a monthly lifetime retirement benefit at retirement age.
Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre-tax basis through the SDRS supplemental retirement program. Other SDRS benefits include long term disability, family, and spouse benefits.
Supplemental Insurance
AFLAC offers various supplemental insurance policies for employees and family members. These policies are portable and guaranteed renewable. Premiums are deducted from payroll.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – Vacation time accrues per pay period at the rate of 3.077 hours for new employees with incremental increases based on years of service. Maximum hours of accumulation apply.
Sick Leave – Sick leave accrues at the rate of 3.077 hours per pay period. Employees may use up to 80 hours of available sick leave annually for other designated reasons. Sick leave separation benefits are available after 10 years of employment.
Holidays – Employees are eligible for up to 11 paid holidays per year.
All Paid Time Off benefits are prorated based on the number of hours worked or benefit time taken in a pay period for all benefited employees.
This summary is for general information only. Employees have access to complete and detailed policies, procedures, or summary plan descriptions for all benefits cited.
Salary : $1,000
