What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabrication Technician position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Fabrication Technician
Posting Number
CSA02331P
Department
SDSU-Dakota Lakes Field Station-AES
Physical Location of Position (City)
Pierre
Posting Text
This position will contribute to the Agricultural Experiments Station’s mission of maintaining a high level of integrity with regards to research conducted at the Dakota Lakes Research Farm. The main contributions from this position will be fabrication, repairs and maintenance of farm and research equipment. The functionality of this equipment is paramount in the day-to-day operations conducted at the Dakota Lakes Research Farm.
Dakota Lakes Research Farm is located 17 miles east of Pierre, SD immediately adjacent to the Missouri River. It has a robust crop and livestock integration research program and is well-known in the field of regenerative agriculture. The shop facilities are modern and comfortable.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Responsibilities: Member of the operations team at the Dakota Lakes Research Farm who will design, fabricate, test, maintain, repair and modify equipment used for research and production projects including livestock, field, research, precision agriculture and irrigation equipment.
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:
- Equipment fabrication
- Research protocols
- Precision agriculture, hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of equipment
- Computer software (Microsoft Office)
Skill & Ability to:
- Construct prototypes of new or modified pieces of equipment
- Operate, maintain, repair and modify agricultural equipment including tractors, combines, sprayers, irrigators, etc.
- Evaluate operation of machines and recommend modifications.
- Perform welding, mechanical, electronic, and electrical repairs on a wide variety of research, irrigation and field equipment.
- Care for livestock including feeding, watering, administering medications and moving the herd.
- Record data and maintain accurate records.
- Operate seeding, harvest, and spraying equipment.
- Apply herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizer with self-propelled sprayer.
- Maintain adequate supplies and parts.
Required License: Valid driver’s license. Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements or ability to obtain one within six (6) months and Pesticide Applicator’s License or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire is required.
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.
[ AE8233; 40848]
Posting Date
04/03/2025
Closing Date
04/22/2025
Open Until Filled
No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary
$20.63 - $23.20/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Normal working hours are 8 am to 5 pm. Some overtime and flexible scheduling is required for livestock duties and during busy seasons of seeding, harvesting, and irrigation.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Weekends/Holidays, CDL with enhancements, Valid Drivers License, Other
If other, please indicate
Commercial Pesticide Applicators License
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 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.
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