About this role
Join a Mission-Driven Team
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You Belong at Lutheran Social Services
Our values form the foundation of who we are and how we operate. At LSS, we prioritize a whole-person, family-centered approach to care within a continuum of services.
An excellent opportunity for a service-minded professional who values safety, reliability, and meaningful work. A great fit for someone who likes to stay busy, fix what’s broken, and keep things running smoothly every day.
HOURS: Full-time or Part-time position available.
SALARY: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
LOCATION: Administration Office, in town Travel
BENEFITS: LSS is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time & full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
Part-Time Positions:
- Up to $300 hiring bonus external candidates only
- 401(k) 3% match
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
Full-Time Positions:
- $600 hiring bonus external candidates only
- PTO Time Frontload Up to 24 Hours for benefit-eligible employees
- 8 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) 3% match
- Four Wellmark BCBS medical plan options, with HSA & FSA options
- Dental and Vision plans
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Career development opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is responsible for maintaining facilities in accordance with generally approved safety and maintenance standards; maintenance of grounds and parking areas in accordance with generally approved safety and maintenance standards. Will perform preventative maintenance, upkeep, janitorial duties, and repairs as needed. Respond to emergency calls. May work in adverse weather conditions. Travel amongst our LSS locations within Sioux Falls.
QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED preferred, plus some building maintenance experience. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Problem-solving skills required to troubleshoot, repair, or locate sources to complete repairing of equipment. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. The successful candidate should be a self-starter, and have a strong ability to multi-task and prioritize on a daily basis. Must successfully complete all agency background checks. Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet Agency auto insurance requirements.
LSS Expectations & Core Values
At LSS, we are committed to upholding the following values in all aspects of our work:
Compassionate – We engage with empathy and provide non-judgmental services.
Appreciative – We recognize and develop the strengths of our clients and employees.
Respectful – We build professional and collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Ethical – We uphold high standards of integrity and quality in all actions.
Strategic – We anticipate and respond proactively to community needs.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please note: As part of our hiring process and to meet accreditation requirements, applicants will be asked to complete a prescreen questionnaire.
*Hiring bonus available to external candidates only.
If you need accommodations filling out the application, please fill out the following form listing what accommodations are needed at LSS will address comments, questions or concerns.
Other facts
About Lutheran Social Service
LSS of SD is a statewide, multi-service non-profit human ministry organization.
Serving the state since 1920, LSS’s vision is that all people in South Dakota will be healthy, safe and accepted. At the heart of this vision is community collaboration, prevention and a continuum of 18 service lines dedicated to strengthening families and keeping children in their homes and communities.
LSS believes, and studies show, that when individuals are part of a strong, stable family, whether that is a traditional family or more unstructured natural supports, they are more likely to be successful—and this is woven into their mission throughout each service line.
Their wide range of services—including affordable and accessible mental health counseling, pregnancy counseling and adoption services, financial guidance, family stabilization programming, youth mentoring, residential services for children and youth, and alternatives to juvenile detention—enable a holistic approach to care and collaboration among service lines to best meet needs tailored to each individual, family and community.
We proudly serve people of all ages, faiths, races, and economic statuses, offering professional, confidential, and affordable services. LSS is active in various cohorts at both regional and national levels, staying at the cutting edge of best practices and innovative approaches in human services. Our services are licensed by the State of South Dakota and accredited by the Council on Accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and accountability in all that we do.
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining facilities and grounds according to safety and maintenance standards. This includes performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and responding to emergency calls.
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