Grounds Crew Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution South Dakota Mines Working Title Grounds Crew Specialist Posting Number CSA02772P Department SDSMT-Facilities Management Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text

LOCATION: Facilities and Risk Management

Starting Hourly Rate: Minimum of $18.45 per hour, depending upon education and experience, GE

POSITION PURPOSE: Will serve as a specialist in grounds care and maintenance. Duties include safely operating various types of grounds equipment; care of landscape and grounds, including snow removal, garbage pick-up, mowing, watering, cultivating, spraying, fertilizing, trimming, planting flowers, trees, shrubs and grass; maintenance of athletic facilities and parking lot, including moving equipment and furniture, maintaining artificial turf, and garbage pickup at events; maintenance, programming, and repair of manual and electronic irrigation systems; supervision of student, regular, and temporary employees; and other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• use of grounds equipment;
• gardening and grounds maintenance practices, including artificial turf and athletic field maintenance (not required but preferred);
• safe use of fertilizers, insecticides and herbicides;
• safe disposal of hazardous wastes;
• sprinkler and irrigation systems;
• types and varieties of trees and plants.

Ability to:

• communicate information clearly and concisely, exercising tact, patience, discretion and professional demeanor;
• establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships, interacting in a supportive manner with students, faculty, staff and visitors;
• operate motorized vehicles, hand and power tools, and related equipment;
• work independently, prioritize assigned work, establish timetables, and meet deadlines;
• read, comprehend, and follow instructions;
• work outdoors, lift and carry heavy items in excess of 50 lbs., perform physical labor, bend, squat, and work in all types of extreme temperatures or weather conditions;
• recognize and diagnose plant diseases, identify insect destruction and perform the necessary corrective action;
• organize and delegate assignments;
• provide outstanding customer service.

COMMENTS: A valid driver's license is required. Will be required to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed for snow removal. Normal hours are early morning start with an 8-hr shift.

Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin July 30, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Please attach a resume and list of three professional references (including name, phone number, and email address for each reference).

Posting Date 07/23/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/30/2026 Advertised Salary Minimum of $18.45 per hour, depending upon education and experience, GE Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

Early Morning

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

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Contact Information

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

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Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Changes of Temperature, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Vibrations, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

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Supplemental Questions

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• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting

• Internal Job Posting

• Agency Referral

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• Personal Referral

• Website

• Other

• Please attach a resume and list of three professional references (including name, phone number, and email address for each reference).

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Reference List

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter