General Services Supervisor
- Brookings, SD
- $27.84 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Institution South Dakota State University
Working Title General Services Supervisor
Posting Number CSA02454P
Department SDSU-Facilities & Services-Bldg Maint
Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings
Posting TextAre you a hands-on leader who takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly and safely? South Dakota State University is seeking a dependable, skilled, and service-minded individual to join our team as the Physical Plant Manager for General Services. In this role, you'll support campus operations by coordinating daily work assignments, supervising staff, and ensuring facilities projects and repairs are completed efficiently. If you're someone who enjoys teamwork, problem-solving, and making a daily impact, we'd love to hear from you.Facilities and Services is the internal department overseeing the growth, maintenance, repair and changes of the facilities, infrastructure and grounds of campus and satellite locations. Work performed in the General Services area includes building maintenance work, setting up for events, material handling and moving, freight delivery, assembling office furniture/cubicle partitions, general carpentry work, locksmith work, door and door hardware repairs and maintenance, and asbestos abatement.This position is located in .Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.Job Responsibilities: Directs operations of general services group to meet the needs of the campus in an efficient, economical and safe fashion.
- Responsible to supervise staff and assign work.
- Participates in project, repair or renovation planning.
- Monitors and works with contractors and vendors.
- Perform a variety of maintenance, abatement, deliveries, locksmith work, event setups, moves, and other work that is part of general services' duties.
- Manages master key system.
- Interface with campus departments.
- Methods, practices, tools and equipment used for building maintenance
- Master key system
- Door hardware lock installation/repair, electronic card access, and auto door operators
- Moving practices
- Event setup
- Asbestos abatement
- Supervisor, customer services, and teamwork techniques and best practices
- Read and understand construction drawings and general plans
- Use routine maintenance/construction hand tools
- Demonstrate mechanical aptitude
- Work safely
- Operate equipment such as forklifts, general construction equipment, and hand moving equipment (or ability to learn)
- Perform locksmith work and maintenance/repairs of door systems, electronic access, and auto openers
- Communicate clearly and provide excellent customer service
- Lift up to 50 pounds, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a variety of weather conditions.
- Work in a fast paced environment, with competing needs and unscheduled work
- Work as a team member, with a positive attitude, be flexible and receptive to a variety of work
- Perform asbestos abatement (training provided)
- Be willing to learn new things
Posting Date 08/20/2025
Closing Date 09/10/2025
Open Until Filled No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary starting at $27.84/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent 100
Work HoursMonday - Friday: 8am-5pm or 7am-3:30pm depending on coverage needed and other staff's schedules.
Weekends and evenings/nights: On-call rotation required for lock and door issues, for freight/delivery emergencies, and for support of general emergencies. Planned after hours coverage for occasional event requirements (graduation, semester start and ending events, surplus sale).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, Other
If other, please indicate Asbestos Abatement certifications: Contractor Supervisor, Inspector, Management Planner; medical clearance to wear a respirator.
Department Description and Cultural Expectationsis the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 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 StatementSouth 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 InformationFor additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.