Building Maintenance Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution Black Hills State University Working Title Building Maintenance Specialist Posting Number CSA02826P Department BHSU-Facility Services Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish Posting Text

Black Hills State University invites qualified, self-motivated candidates for a Building Maintenance Specialist for the Facilities Services Department.

DUTIES:

This position will be expected to maintain the heating and cooling systems of the campus and keep them in proper working order. Perform preventive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance and repairs to the HVAC and Boiler systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work on all campus HVAC equipment:

• Boilers & boiler controls
• Water heaters
• Basic energy monitoring on central and remote systems

Coordinate the above HVAC work with all other facets of maintenance

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

• Experience with managing workflow processes and balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to make decisions independently and to determine when consultation with supervisor is required.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with students, faculty, staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Minimum of three years of HVAC work in the field or three full years of school or a combination of both.
• Acquire a license within 6 months of employment.
• Must have working knowledge of computers, knowledge of local and national mechanical and building codes, basic knowledge of electrical controls, several years of experience in boiler controls, be able to lift heavy loads, be able to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffold, be able to work long and late hours should the need arise.

COMMENTS:

Periodically will be required to work at the Rapid City Campus.

Typical office hours are Monday through Friday 7:00AM-3:30PM.

After hours ON CALL will be required on a rotation basis.

Sponsorship not available for this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Candidates will need to attach a cover letter, resume and the names/contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of September 28, 2026 at 11PM mountain time. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Questions specific to the position may directed towards Scott Hansen at 605.642.6244 or at Scott.Hansen@bhsu.edu.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or Cassie.Maser@bhsu.edu. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Posting Date 09/11/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 09/28/2026 Advertised Salary $27.14/hr Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

7:00am-3:30pm M-F occasional nights and weekends

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, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state University with 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, was recently established in Rapid City, the state's second largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports. BHSU has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Contact Information

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Frequent Change, Multiple Priorities, Reading, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Comprehend, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reasoning

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Protective Clothing If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Squatting, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Balancing, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use of Either Hand, Independently Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses), Depth Perception, Hearing

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in confined/congested spaces (tunnels), Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery, Working from scaffolding and high places, Exposure to Dust, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Mechanical Facility, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment, Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Lab Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Where did you hear about this position?
• SDBOR Employment Site
• BHSU Website
• HigherEdJobs.com
• Chronicle of Higher Education
• SD Department of Labor
• Rapid City Journal
• Black Hills Pioneer
• Referral
• Other

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Optional Documents

• Other