Job Description

Posting Details
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Institution South Dakota State University
Working Title Lead Facility Worker
Posting Number CSA02575P
Department SDSU-Facilities & Services-Custodial Svc
Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings
Posting Text
South Dakota State University is seeking a motivated and dependable individual to join our Facilities & Services team as a Lead Facility Worker. This position plays a key role in supporting daily operations and maintaining a safe, efficient campus environment, with a work shift from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.
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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Responsibilities: Assist in providing work direction and training to employees; delegate and assign work in the absence of the Custodial Services Supervisor I; provide building services to SDSU facilities so others may learn and work in a clean and safe environment, including hard surface floor maintenance, carpet and restroom care, building security and various maintenance tasks.
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:

• Computer software applications and systems.

Skill & Ability to:

• Maintain levels of cleanliness and sanitation
• Lead and train staff
• Delegate and assign work.
• Complete quality checks, ensuring guidelines, requirements and processes are followed.
• Provide oral instructions.
• Provide written instructions.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Bend, stretch, climb ladders, twist, and walk.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.

Required License: Valid Driver's License
Comments: Prior professional cleaning background is preferred. Applicants should detail cleaning experience, including specific duties performed and equipment used on the application.
Application Procedures: SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." 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.
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Posting Date 01/07/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 01/14/2026
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours
10pm - 6:30am, Sunday - Thursday
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires Valid Drivers License, Other
If other, please indicate some irregular hours as needed
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a 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 . 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.

Skills Required