Job Description
Salary: $19.31 Hourly
Location : 300 Sixth Street Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202500002
Department: Airport
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date: 1/31/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Description ABOUT US It is the mission of the Rapid City Regional Airport to provide safe, efficient, environmentally sensitive, and economically self-sustaining air transportation facilities responsive to the community's needs. The Regional Airport has three functional divisions: Airport Finance and Administration, Airport Facilities and Maintenance, and Airport Operations and Security.
Please visit the Rapid City Regional Airport official website or the City of Rapid City's Airport page for more information.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. For a detailed benefit summary, click here.
Union Union:
This position is part of the AFSCME Union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details ABOUT OUR JOB The Airport Landside Maintenance Technician maintains the Airport facilities and property. The ideal candidates must be willing to work variable hours, including weekends and holidays, and must be willing to work on an on-call basis.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Performs all aspects of custodial duties including but not limited to; cleaning, scrubbing, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, windows, dusting and removing trash.
- Performs outdoor grounds maintenance which may include use of various hand and motor driven equipment including small loaders, road plows, sweepers, tractors, mowers, and tool cats.
- Makes minor repairs to buildings, building equipment, and furniture and may use hand and power tools.
- Installs and repairs various minor plumbing, electrical, and electronic components.
- Operates and maintains airport systems that may include heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and computer controls, functions and/or operations.
- This position may occasionally require snow removal to ensure safe access for staff and visitors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information ABOUT YOU We understand that your time is valuable and encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum qualifications
Qualifications: - High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- one-year related experience and/or training in facility maintenance, facility repair, or small equipment operations.
- A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered.
- Must possess a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- Must obtain and maintain a Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge.
- Must obtain and maintain an airport movement area driver permit within 30 days from date of hire.
City of Rapid City Benefit Summary Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City's full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program Health - The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental - Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off Vacation - At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave - City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability - City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee's wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays - The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
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If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources. City of Rapid City, SD
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