Information Technology Jobs in Labolt, SD

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining the reliability, security, and performance of the company's IT infrastructure. This includes administering Windows servers, virtual environments, and network systems such as switches, wireless access points, and firewalls. The role provides advanced technical support for complex issues, helps resolve system problems efficiently, and supports continuous improvement of IT services. This position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure critical systems remain available.
Essential Functions

• Windows Server Administration: Install, configure, harden, patch, and maintain Windows Server (AD DS, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file/print services, and server roles/features). Perform regular backup/restore tests and capacity planning.
• Virtualization (VMware ESXi): Manage ESXi hosts and clusters, vCenter, resource pools, templates, snapshots, VM provisioning, and lifecycle. Monitor performance, remediate host/VM issues, and maintain HA/DRS configuration.
• Cisco Network (Switches/APs/Firewalls): Configure and support Cisco switches (Layer 2/Layer 3), wireless access points/controllers, and firewalls including VLANs, STP, trunking, routing, ACLs, NAT, VPN, QoS, and segmentation. Collaborate on network designs that prioritize resilience, security, and scalability.
• Layer 3 Support: Act as an escalation point for complex incidents and service requests across servers, virtualization, and network domains. Lead troubleshooting, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Monitoring & Alerting: Maintain and tune system and network monitoring, logs, and alerting. Proactively identify performance bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and security anomalies.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain security baselines, patch management, endpoint protection, firewall policies, identity and access controls, and least privilege standards. Assist with audit readiness and documentation.
• Backup/DR/BCP: Administer backup jobs, conduct periodic recovery drills, and support disaster recovery/BCP activities for on prem workloads and critical applications.
• Change Management: Prepare implementation plans, risk assessments, and rollback procedures. Coordinate maintenance windows and communicate planned downtime to stakeholders.
• Documentation: Create and maintain accurate configuration records, network/server diagrams, inventory, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and access credentials management.
• Vendor & MSP Coordination: Work with vendors and managed service providers to troubleshoot issues, schedule upgrades, and evaluate solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and standardize infrastructure operations; contribute to technology roadmaps and lifecycle refresh plans.
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality with company information at all times.

Competencies
Technical Expertise Problem Solving/Analysis Security Mindset Detail Oriented Communication Proficiency Initiative
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and data-center environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology.
Physical Demands
The physical demands for this position are mainly sedentary. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and frequently sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasional work in server rooms and network closets may require bending, kneeling, and ladder use.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, onsite role located in Milbank, SD. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional responsibility for rotating on-call coverage that may include evenings and weekends.
Travel
Occasional overnight travel may be necessary for training and development.
Required Education, Experience & Certifications
Associate's degree in computer/network security, information technology or related field and/or equivalent experience. 3+ years of system administration in production environments.
Preferred Education, Experience & Certifications .
Bachelor's degree in related field. 5+ years in infrastructure/system administration. Relevant industry certifications (Cisco, Windows, VMware, etc.) Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining the reliability, security, and performance of the company's IT infrastructure. This includes administering Windows servers, virtual environments, and network systems such as switches, wireless access points, and firewalls. The role provides advanced technical support for complex issues, helps resolve system problems efficiently, and supports continuous improvement of IT services. This position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure critical systems remain available.
Essential Functions

• Windows Server Administration: Install, configure, harden, patch, and maintain Windows Server (AD DS, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file/print services, and server roles/features). Perform regular backup/restore tests and capacity planning.
• Virtualization (VMware ESXi): Manage ESXi hosts and clusters, vCenter, resource pools, templates, snapshots, VM provisioning, and lifecycle. Monitor performance, remediate host/VM issues, and maintain HA/DRS configuration.
• Cisco Network (Switches/APs/Firewalls): Configure and support Cisco switches (Layer 2/Layer 3), wireless access points/controllers, and firewalls including VLANs, STP, trunking, routing, ACLs, NAT, VPN, QoS, and segmentation. Collaborate on network designs that prioritize resilience, security, and scalability.
• Layer 3 Support: Act as an escalation point for complex incidents and service requests across servers, virtualization, and network domains. Lead troubleshooting, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Monitoring & Alerting: Maintain and tune system and network monitoring, logs, and alerting. Proactively identify performance bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and security anomalies.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain security baselines, patch management, endpoint protection, firewall policies, identity and access controls, and least privilege standards. Assist with audit readiness and documentation.
• Backup/DR/BCP: Administer backup jobs, conduct periodic recovery drills, and support disaster recovery/BCP activities for on prem workloads and critical applications.
• Change Management: Prepare implementation plans, risk assessments, and rollback procedures. Coordinate maintenance windows and communicate planned downtime to stakeholders.
• Documentation: Create and maintain accurate configuration records, network/server diagrams, inventory, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and access credentials management.
• Vendor & MSP Coordination: Work with vendors and managed service providers to troubleshoot issues, schedule upgrades, and evaluate solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and standardize infrastructure operations; contribute to technology roadmaps and lifecycle refresh plans.
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality with company information at all times.

Competencies
Technical Expertise Problem Solving/Analysis Security Mindset Detail Oriented Communication Proficiency Initiative
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and data-center environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology.
Physical Demands
The physical demands for this position are mainly sedentary. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and frequently sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasional work in server rooms and network closets may require bending, kneeling, and ladder use.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, onsite role located in Milbank, SD. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional responsibility for rotating on-call coverage that may include evenings and weekends.
Travel
Occasional overnight travel may be necessary for training and development.
Required Education, Experience & Certifications
Associate's degree in computer/network security, information technology or related field and/or equivalent experience. 3+ years of system administration in production environments.
Preferred Education, Experience & Certifications .
Bachelor's degree in related field. 5+ years in infrastructure/system administration. Relevant industry certifications (Cisco, Windows, VMware, etc.) Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining the reliability, security, and performance of the company's IT infrastructure. This includes administering Windows servers, virtual environments, and network systems such as switches, wireless access points, and firewalls. The role provides advanced technical support for complex issues, helps resolve system problems efficiently, and supports continuous improvement of IT services. This position also participates in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure critical systems remain available.
Essential Functions

• Windows Server Administration: Install, configure, harden, patch, and maintain Windows Server (AD DS, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file/print services, and server roles/features). Perform regular backup/restore tests and capacity planning.
• Virtualization (VMware ESXi): Manage ESXi hosts and clusters, vCenter, resource pools, templates, snapshots, VM provisioning, and lifecycle. Monitor performance, remediate host/VM issues, and maintain HA/DRS configuration.
• Cisco Network (Switches/APs/Firewalls): Configure and support Cisco switches (Layer 2/Layer 3), wireless access points/controllers, and firewalls including VLANs, STP, trunking, routing, ACLs, NAT, VPN, QoS, and segmentation. Collaborate on network designs that prioritize resilience, security, and scalability.
• Layer 3 Support: Act as an escalation point for complex incidents and service requests across servers, virtualization, and network domains. Lead troubleshooting, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Monitoring & Alerting: Maintain and tune system and network monitoring, logs, and alerting. Proactively identify performance bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and security anomalies.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain security baselines, patch management, endpoint protection, firewall policies, identity and access controls, and least privilege standards. Assist with audit readiness and documentation.
• Backup/DR/BCP: Administer backup jobs, conduct periodic recovery drills, and support disaster recovery/BCP activities for on prem workloads and critical applications.
• Change Management: Prepare implementation plans, risk assessments, and rollback procedures. Coordinate maintenance windows and communicate planned downtime to stakeholders.
• Documentation: Create and maintain accurate configuration records, network/server diagrams, inventory, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and access credentials management.
• Vendor & MSP Coordination: Work with vendors and managed service providers to troubleshoot issues, schedule upgrades, and evaluate solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and standardize infrastructure operations; contribute to technology roadmaps and lifecycle refresh plans.
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality with company information at all times.

Competencies
Technical Expertise Problem Solving/Analysis Security Mindset Detail Oriented Communication Proficiency Initiative
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and data-center environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology.
Physical Demands
The physical demands for this position are mainly sedentary. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and frequently sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasional work in server rooms and network closets may require bending, kneeling, and ladder use.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, onsite role located in Milbank, SD. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional responsibility for rotating on-call coverage that may include evenings and weekends.
Travel
Occasional overnight travel may be necessary for training and development.
Required Education, Experience & Certifications
Associate's degree in computer/network security, information technology or related field and/or equivalent experience. 3+ years of system administration in production environments.
Preferred Education, Experience & Certifications .
Bachelor's degree in related field. 5+ years in infrastructure/system administration. Relevant industry certifications (Cisco, Windows, VMware, etc.) Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: Milbank, SD
Join Our Team at Valley Queen!
Do you love technology and solving problems? Are you excited about making systems smarter and more efficient? If so, we'd love to have you on our team as an Automation Engineer !
What You'll Do

• Design and manage automation projects from start to finish—think PLC programming, HMI screens, and system start-ups.
• Keep our automated systems running safely and smoothly.
• Troubleshoot and improve systems like PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and robotics.
• Work closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to make processes better.
• Make sure everything meets food safety and regulatory standards.
• Train and support automation technicians.
• Stay up to date on the latest automation trends and technologies.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation —or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell), HMI development, and SCADA systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygienic design is a plus.
• Bonus points for experience with robotics, vision systems, or automated packaging lines.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Competitive pay and great benefits.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.
• A supportive team that values innovation and collaboration.
• Work for a company that's been a leader in dairy for decades.

Monday - Friday
7:00 am to 4:00 pm

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting external recruiting activities and pre-employment processes to ensure an efficient and positive candidate and new hire experience. The External Recruiter manages applicant tracking system activities, external job postings, candidate screenings, interview scheduling, and onboarding logistics while leading internship programs and job fairs.
Essential Functions

• Lead general external recruitment efforts for most positions.
• Accurately administer and maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS), including managing candidate activity and status updates.
• Assist with external job posting management, including posting, updating, and removing job advertisements across approved platforms.
• Conduct phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications, availability, and interest.
• Prepare concise phone screen summaries and present recommendations to hiring managers and Human Resource Business Partners (HRBP).
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and HRPBs.
• Coordinate background checks and pre-employment processing, ensuring timely completion and compliance.
• Support new hire orientation and logistics, including scheduling, communication, and materials preparation.
• Manage and process onboarding paperwork and pre-hire documentation.
• Coordinate and support internship and summer hire programs, including recruiting, onboarding, and tracking.
• Assist with and attend job fairs and other recruiting events as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and pre-employment process.
• Manages the Valley Queen housing program.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all employment matters.

Competencies
1. Communication Proficiency
2. Detail Oriented
3. Organization Skills
4. Time Management
5. Customer Service Focus
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology.
Physical Demands
The physical demands for this position require mainly sedentary work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee will frequently need to sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position.
Travel
Occasional travel is required for this position to attend job fairs or recruiting events.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED is required for this position. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Preferred Education and Experience
Associate or Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field and/or equivalent experience. Experience working with an applicant tracking system preferred.
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with additional hours for events as needed

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting external recruiting activities and pre-employment processes to ensure an efficient and positive candidate and new hire experience. The External Recruiter manages applicant tracking system activities, external job postings, candidate screenings, interview scheduling, and onboarding logistics while leading internship programs and job fairs.
Essential Functions

• Lead general external recruitment efforts for most positions.
• Accurately administer and maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS), including managing candidate activity and status updates.
• Assist with external job posting management, including posting, updating, and removing job advertisements across approved platforms.
• Conduct phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications, availability, and interest.
• Prepare concise phone screen summaries and present recommendations to hiring managers and Human Resource Business Partners (HRBP).
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and HRPBs.
• Coordinate background checks and pre-employment processing, ensuring timely completion and compliance.
• Support new hire orientation and logistics, including scheduling, communication, and materials preparation.
• Manage and process onboarding paperwork and pre-hire documentation.
• Coordinate and support internship and summer hire programs, including recruiting, onboarding, and tracking.
• Assist with and attend job fairs and other recruiting events as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and pre-employment process.
• Manages the Valley Queen housing program.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all employment matters.

Competencies
1. Communication Proficiency
2. Detail Oriented
3. Organization Skills
4. Time Management
5. Customer Service Focus
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology.
Physical Demands
The physical demands for this position require mainly sedentary work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee will frequently need to sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position.
Travel
Occasional travel is required for this position to attend job fairs or recruiting events.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED is required for this position. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Preferred Education and Experience
Associate or Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field and/or equivalent experience. Experience working with an applicant tracking system preferred.
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with additional hours for events as needed

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting external recruiting activities and pre-employment processes to ensure an efficient and positive candidate and new hire experience. The External Recruiter manages applicant tracking system activities, external job postings, candidate screenings, interview scheduling, and onboarding logistics while leading internship programs and job fairs.
Essential Functions

• Lead general external recruitment efforts for most positions.
• Accurately administer and maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS), including managing candidate activity and status updates.
• Assist with external job posting management, including posting, updating, and removing job advertisements across approved platforms.
• Conduct phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications, availability, and interest.
• Prepare concise phone screen summaries and present recommendations to hiring managers and Human Resource Business Partners (HRBP).
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and HRPBs.
• Coordinate background checks and pre-employment processing, ensuring timely completion and compliance.
• Support new hire orientation and logistics, including scheduling, communication, and materials preparation.
• Manage and process onboarding paperwork and pre-hire documentation.
• Coordinate and support internship and summer hire programs, including recruiting, onboarding, and tracking.
• Assist with and attend job fairs and other recruiting events as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and pre-employment process.
• Manages the Valley Queen housing program.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all employment matters.

Competencies
1. Communication Proficiency
2. Detail Oriented
3. Organization Skills
4. Time Management
5. Customer Service Focus
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technology.
Physical Demands
The physical demands for this position require mainly sedentary work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee will frequently need to sit, stand, and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position.
Travel
Occasional travel is required for this position to attend job fairs or recruiting events.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED is required for this position. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Preferred Education and Experience
Associate or Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field and/or equivalent experience. Experience working with an applicant tracking system preferred.
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Monday - Friday
8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with additional hours for events as needed

Position Summary
This role supports building projects, repairs, and improvements across Valley Queen facilities. The primary focus is on maintaining and improving plant infrastructure , with hands‑on construction, repair, and maintenance work.
What You'll Do

• Perform carpentry work on Valley Queen-owned rental homes, temporary project structures, and other assigned projects
• Complete small concrete projects , including drilling, cutting, demolition, prep work, forming, pouring, and finishing
• Install, maintain, and repair flooring systems , including tile floors
• Repair and maintain painted and caulked surfaces , especially in areas that require heavy wash‑downs using industrial materials
• Operate large equipment for construction projects and snow removal during winter months
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors , ensuring work quality meets Valley Queen standards and safety rules
• Address facility issues listed in the corrective action system in a timely manner
• Follow all safety, food safety, and quality standards to support a safe work environment
• Complete required safety and quality training on time
• Keep shops, vehicles, tools, and work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Use tools, materials, and supplies responsibly to maintain facilities efficiently and cost‑effectively
• Look for ways to improve processes, safety, and facility conditions

Skills & Qualities We're Looking For

• Strong technical and construction skills
• Ability to solve problems and work independently
• Good communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong time management and initiative
• Takes pride in quality work and safety

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not supervise other employees

Work Environment

• Work takes place in a plant and shop setting
• May be exposed to noise, moving equipment, vibration, dust, and temperature changes
• Use of safety equipment is required

Physical Requirements

• Physical requirements are outlined in a separate functional job description

Schedule & Hours

• Full‑time position
• Typically works 10-12 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
• Fridays as needed
• On‑call during winter months for snow events

Travel

• Minimal travel required (less than 5%)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent construction experience
• Basic computer skills
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Additional Information
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.
Monday - Thursday; Friday's as needed
10-hour days w/weather weather-related on-call work.

Position Summary
This role supports building projects, repairs, and improvements across Valley Queen facilities. The primary focus is on maintaining and improving plant infrastructure , with hands‑on construction, repair, and maintenance work.
What You'll Do

• Perform carpentry work on Valley Queen-owned rental homes, temporary project structures, and other assigned projects
• Complete small concrete projects , including drilling, cutting, demolition, prep work, forming, pouring, and finishing
• Install, maintain, and repair flooring systems , including tile floors
• Repair and maintain painted and caulked surfaces , especially in areas that require heavy wash‑downs using industrial materials
• Operate large equipment for construction projects and snow removal during winter months
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors , ensuring work quality meets Valley Queen standards and safety rules
• Address facility issues listed in the corrective action system in a timely manner
• Follow all safety, food safety, and quality standards to support a safe work environment
• Complete required safety and quality training on time
• Keep shops, vehicles, tools, and work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Use tools, materials, and supplies responsibly to maintain facilities efficiently and cost‑effectively
• Look for ways to improve processes, safety, and facility conditions

Skills & Qualities We're Looking For

• Strong technical and construction skills
• Ability to solve problems and work independently
• Good communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong time management and initiative
• Takes pride in quality work and safety

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not supervise other employees

Work Environment

• Work takes place in a plant and shop setting
• May be exposed to noise, moving equipment, vibration, dust, and temperature changes
• Use of safety equipment is required

Physical Requirements

• Physical requirements are outlined in a separate functional job description

Schedule & Hours

• Full‑time position
• Typically works 10-12 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
• Fridays as needed
• On‑call during winter months for snow events

Travel

• Minimal travel required (less than 5%)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent construction experience
• Basic computer skills
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Additional Information
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.
Monday - Thursday; Friday's as needed
10-hour days w/weather weather-related on-call work.

Position Summary
This role supports building projects, repairs, and improvements across Valley Queen facilities. The primary focus is on maintaining and improving plant infrastructure , with hands‑on construction, repair, and maintenance work.
What You'll Do

• Perform carpentry work on Valley Queen-owned rental homes, temporary project structures, and other assigned projects
• Complete small concrete projects , including drilling, cutting, demolition, prep work, forming, pouring, and finishing
• Install, maintain, and repair flooring systems , including tile floors
• Repair and maintain painted and caulked surfaces , especially in areas that require heavy wash‑downs using industrial materials
• Operate large equipment for construction projects and snow removal during winter months
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors , ensuring work quality meets Valley Queen standards and safety rules
• Address facility issues listed in the corrective action system in a timely manner
• Follow all safety, food safety, and quality standards to support a safe work environment
• Complete required safety and quality training on time
• Keep shops, vehicles, tools, and work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Use tools, materials, and supplies responsibly to maintain facilities efficiently and cost‑effectively
• Look for ways to improve processes, safety, and facility conditions

Skills & Qualities We're Looking For

• Strong technical and construction skills
• Ability to solve problems and work independently
• Good communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong time management and initiative
• Takes pride in quality work and safety

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position does not supervise other employees

Work Environment

• Work takes place in a plant and shop setting
• May be exposed to noise, moving equipment, vibration, dust, and temperature changes
• Use of safety equipment is required

Physical Requirements

• Physical requirements are outlined in a separate functional job description

Schedule & Hours

• Full‑time position
• Typically works 10-12 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
• Fridays as needed
• On‑call during winter months for snow events

Travel

• Minimal travel required (less than 5%)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent construction experience
• Basic computer skills
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Additional Information
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.
Monday - Thursday; Friday's as needed
10-hour days w/weather weather-related on-call work.