State of South Dakota
Park Maintenance Technician
State of South Dakota, Pierre, South Dakota, United States, 57501
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Job ID: 33989. Agency: Game Fish & Parks. Location: Pierre, SD. Salary: $18.80–$21.14 hourly, depending on qualifications. Pay Grade: F. Closing Date: 01/20/2026.
The Oahe Downstream Recreation Area park district is made up of multiple park areas in Stanley, Sully and Hughes counties in central SD. Major park areas include: The Oahe Downstream Recreation Area—a beautiful park located below the Oahe dam at the headwaters of Lake Sharpe. The area boasts a large campground with 205 electrical campsites, 8 camping cabins, 4 modern cabins and other lodging facilities. The recreation area also offers numerous amenities: boat ramps, a gun range, archery range, off‑highway vehicle area, 18‑basket disc golf course and other park facilities. The Spring Creek Recreation Area—a diverse recreation area that offers modern lodging, full service 55‑slip marina, restaurant and c‑store on Lake Oahe. The Cow Creek Recreation Area—a moderate sized camping destination with world‑class fishing. The park offers 46 campsites, some with a group camping aspect, 4 camping cabins and a very busy boat ramp. The Okobojo Point Recreation Area—a beautiful, peaceful, first‑come‑first‑serve camping destination with a group camping aspect. The area boasts 18 campsites that can accommodate multiple camping units and offers a camping opportunity unlike others often found in campground settings. In addition, this technician also oversees a number of public water access areas on Lake Oahe that offer both boat ramps, docks, fish cleaning facilities and some primitive camping.
The
District Park Maintenance Technician
will direct and/or oversee the work of a team of seasonal employees, on‑site volunteers, and DOC inmate Trustees. The technician will contribute to an annual work plan for maintenance, operations, and conservation of the parks natural resources including long‑range capital development projects; maintaining park facilities at maximum efficiency; performing administrative tasks to meet customer needs and expectations; and provide public and staff safety. An applicant familiar with park environments or an active park user would be beneficial. Successful Applicant must be able to supervise women trustee labor that is used for janitorial services within the district. The District Park Technician works in a district shop compound, assigning work to others, and performs physical work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Licenses And Certifications:
Valid Driver's License is required.
Pesticide applicator’s permit issued by the SDDANR will be required and successful applicant must be able to pass certification within 6 months of hire.
Although a CDL license is NOT required, it would be considered highly beneficial.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The successful candidate for the Park Maintenance Technician must have knowledge of equipment, facility and grounds maintenance, have a working knowledge of local parks and park guidelines, and must be able to communicate effectively with park guests & staff. The right candidate must be able to organize the assigned work crew and be capable of operating a variety of large and small equipment. The Park Maintenance Technician is directly supervised by the Spring Creek Park Manager, the team leader will be the Spring Creek Assistant Park Manager, who shares day‑to‑day work assignments and provides daily oversight.
Knowledge Of:
Equipment operation – loaders, skid steers, mowers, aerial lifts, tractors & implements, general service.
Plumbing – perform routine plumbing repairs, soldering, etc.
Basic electrical trouble‑shooting – replacing worn pedestal breakers & outlets.
Carpentry – basic understanding of carpentry and tools required.
Skill To:
Janitorial cleaning – good understanding of facility upkeep and cleaning requirements.
Landscaping, tree planting – grounds maintenance and improvements.
Aerial lift operation for tree pruning (no fear of heights) with chainsaw operation.
Welding & metal fabrication is beneficial.
Diagnosis & repair of vehicles/small equipment is beneficial to the position.
Ability To:
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with park guests & staff.
Perform duties and responsibilities independently within established policies and procedures.
Provide work direction to seasonal staff and volunteers.
Keep accurate records and purchase supplies.
Ability to perform work under limited supervision.
Additional Requirements:
To be considered, please attach your resume with references. This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
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. 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=37G. 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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Park Maintenance Technician
role at
State of South Dakota .
Job ID: 33989. Agency: Game Fish & Parks. Location: Pierre, SD. Salary: $18.80–$21.14 hourly, depending on qualifications. Pay Grade: F. Closing Date: 01/20/2026.
The Oahe Downstream Recreation Area park district is made up of multiple park areas in Stanley, Sully and Hughes counties in central SD. Major park areas include: The Oahe Downstream Recreation Area—a beautiful park located below the Oahe dam at the headwaters of Lake Sharpe. The area boasts a large campground with 205 electrical campsites, 8 camping cabins, 4 modern cabins and other lodging facilities. The recreation area also offers numerous amenities: boat ramps, a gun range, archery range, off‑highway vehicle area, 18‑basket disc golf course and other park facilities. The Spring Creek Recreation Area—a diverse recreation area that offers modern lodging, full service 55‑slip marina, restaurant and c‑store on Lake Oahe. The Cow Creek Recreation Area—a moderate sized camping destination with world‑class fishing. The park offers 46 campsites, some with a group camping aspect, 4 camping cabins and a very busy boat ramp. The Okobojo Point Recreation Area—a beautiful, peaceful, first‑come‑first‑serve camping destination with a group camping aspect. The area boasts 18 campsites that can accommodate multiple camping units and offers a camping opportunity unlike others often found in campground settings. In addition, this technician also oversees a number of public water access areas on Lake Oahe that offer both boat ramps, docks, fish cleaning facilities and some primitive camping.
The
District Park Maintenance Technician
will direct and/or oversee the work of a team of seasonal employees, on‑site volunteers, and DOC inmate Trustees. The technician will contribute to an annual work plan for maintenance, operations, and conservation of the parks natural resources including long‑range capital development projects; maintaining park facilities at maximum efficiency; performing administrative tasks to meet customer needs and expectations; and provide public and staff safety. An applicant familiar with park environments or an active park user would be beneficial. Successful Applicant must be able to supervise women trustee labor that is used for janitorial services within the district. The District Park Technician works in a district shop compound, assigning work to others, and performs physical work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Licenses And Certifications:
Valid Driver's License is required.
Pesticide applicator’s permit issued by the SDDANR will be required and successful applicant must be able to pass certification within 6 months of hire.
Although a CDL license is NOT required, it would be considered highly beneficial.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The successful candidate for the Park Maintenance Technician must have knowledge of equipment, facility and grounds maintenance, have a working knowledge of local parks and park guidelines, and must be able to communicate effectively with park guests & staff. The right candidate must be able to organize the assigned work crew and be capable of operating a variety of large and small equipment. The Park Maintenance Technician is directly supervised by the Spring Creek Park Manager, the team leader will be the Spring Creek Assistant Park Manager, who shares day‑to‑day work assignments and provides daily oversight.
Knowledge Of:
Equipment operation – loaders, skid steers, mowers, aerial lifts, tractors & implements, general service.
Plumbing – perform routine plumbing repairs, soldering, etc.
Basic electrical trouble‑shooting – replacing worn pedestal breakers & outlets.
Carpentry – basic understanding of carpentry and tools required.
Skill To:
Janitorial cleaning – good understanding of facility upkeep and cleaning requirements.
Landscaping, tree planting – grounds maintenance and improvements.
Aerial lift operation for tree pruning (no fear of heights) with chainsaw operation.
Welding & metal fabrication is beneficial.
Diagnosis & repair of vehicles/small equipment is beneficial to the position.
Ability To:
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with park guests & staff.
Perform duties and responsibilities independently within established policies and procedures.
Provide work direction to seasonal staff and volunteers.
Keep accurate records and purchase supplies.
Ability to perform work under limited supervision.
Additional Requirements:
To be considered, please attach your resume with references. This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
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. 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=37G. 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"
#J-18808-Ljbffr