Heating Plant Operator

Job ID: 31100
Agency: SD Developmental Center
Location: Redfield, SD
Salary: $17.01 - 19.85 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: D
Closing Date: 04/22/2025

About SDDC:

The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Our Benefits Include:

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html.

Job Summary:

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Heating Plant Operator to manage and maintain our facility's stationary equipment, including steam boilers, ensuring the provision of essential utilities such as heat and power. This role is vital to the comfort and safety of our building occupants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and Monitor Equipment: Manage the operation of boilers, pumps, motors, combustion control equipment, and other devices to ensure the efficient functioning of the power boiler plant.
• Routine Inspections: Regularly inspect equipment to detect and address potential issues, ensuring all systems operate within established parameters.
• Start-Up and Shutdown Procedures: Execute proper procedures for starting and shutting down equipment to meet power demands and maintain equipment integrity.
• Data Recording: Monitor meters, gauges, and instruments, making necessary adjustments and maintaining accurate logs of operations and maintenance activities.
• Water Quality Management: Conduct boiler water tests and add appropriate chemicals to prevent corrosion and deposit buildup.
• Preventive Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on boilers, pumps, motors, compressors, valves, water softeners, and safety equipment to prevent malfunctions.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in maintaining and repairing boilers and equipment, appropriate safety precautions and regulating and adjusting operating controls.

Knowledge of:

• the methods, tools, and equipment used in maintaining and repairing boilers and equipment;
• appropriate safety precautions;
• regulating and adjusting operating controls.

Skill to:

• verify fire extinguishers are in good working condition
• confirm functionality of fire systems

Ability to:

• operate and maintain various types of power plant equipment;
• perform standard inspections and make minor adjustments to boilers and related equipment;
• follow and carry out instructions and to prepare standard reports;
• perform minor repair or maintenance work on mechanical systems.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.

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 at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. 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=1GB
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"

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