Full Time Facilities Worker

Salary: $20.00 to $25.00 an hour (DOE)

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Location: 5301 Mt Rushmore Road

                   Rapid City, SD 57701

Start Date: October 1st 2026

Position Overview:

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Full Time Facilities Worker to maintain designated buildings, equipment and grounds and respond to various maintenance requests from staff. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work/Life Balance: No nights or weekends.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Competitive Compensation: $20.00 to $25.00 an hour (DOE) with yearly merit-based raises as well raises based on licensure accrual.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain safe, clean, and well-functioning buildings, grounds, and facilities by completing inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, and upkeep activities.
• Perform general maintenance duties, including painting, carpentry, light electrical work, light plumbing, and other facility repair tasks, ensuring work is completed accurately and within established timeframes.
• Maintain and support the safe operation of agency vehicles, tools, equipment, and building systems while adhering to safety, licensing, accreditation, and agency standards.
• Support seasonal and operational needs, including landscaping, snow removal, and event setup and teardown, ensuring tasks are completed promptly and effectively.
• Identify, report, and address maintenance needs, safety concerns, damage, and repair priorities while maintaining accurate work orders and maintenance records.
• Coordinate and manage maintenance materials, supplies, parts, and tools to ensure resources are available to support facility operations.
• Foster a positive environment through responsive customer service and professional interactions with staff, clients, visitors, and community members, contributing to positive feedback regarding facility appearance and safety.
• Participate in maintenance team meetings, required training, quality improvement initiatives, and other assigned duties while safely performing physical job requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

What We'll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Education

• High school degree required.

Experience

•  Minimum two years experience in building and/or mechanical trades preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Licensure

•  Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and software utilized by the office.
•  Valid driver’s license required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Requires standing for extended periods of time. Some exposure to cleaning chemicals, requiring attentive and safe utilization.