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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 StatementSouth Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.
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South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
Grounds Crew Specialist (Full-Time Benefited)
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A Compensation or Benefits Specialist evaluates and works to maintain the pay structure and benefits program at an organization. Analyzes wage and salary data and trends, monitors market conditions; works with benefits vendors, processes benefit claims for employees; monitors government employment regulations. May focus specifically on job classifications and compensation or on benefits programs such as pensions.
$60,754 / year median in South Dakota
+0% projected growth
Job Description
South Dakota Mines Working Title:
Grounds Crew Specialist Posting Number:
CSA02772P
Department:
SDSMT-Facilities Management Physical Location of Position (City)Rapid City Starting Hourly Rate:
Minimum of $18.45 per hour, depending upon education and experience, GEPOSITION 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).Work Hours:
Early Morning This position requires Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License 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 StatementSouth Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.