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Employment Opportunities


Hutchinson County Highway Department has two full time Road Maintenance position open. The successful applicant may work anywhere in the county but will be based out of our Tripp Shop location. A list of job duties and applications may be picked up at the

Hutchinson County Highway Office
201 W Mentor St Rm 118
Olivet, SD 57052

For any questions please call (605)-387-5337 or email jgramkow@hutchinsoncounty.org

Must be at least 18 years of age and a Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B is required.
Hutchinson County is an EOE and ADA employer.
Position will remain open until filled.


Hutchinson County is looking for an Facilities Maintenance/Highway Worker. Facilities Maintenance would include
troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, physical systems and equipment diagnosing problems discuss a repair plan and execute the plan safely and effectively. Repair, patch, paint walls, ceilings, and floors of the building. Grounds maintenance of the courthouse. Communicate with appropriate officials to develop solutions to facilities related issues. Plan time effectively to ensure that engineering tasks are completed efficiently. Complete required follow-up for tasks such as the maintenance request forms and or computer data entry. Snow/ice removal and grounds maintenance that may be extend beyond normal schedule. Maintain county vehicles and storage facilities. Highway Worker position would include d
itch mowing with tractor and mower. Weed spraying around courthouse buildings and highway shops. Maintain the grounds around the highway shops various duties as assigned by Highway Superintendent

Hutchinson County is an EOE and ADA employer.
Position will remain open until filled.

Employee Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee pays $90 per month for individual healthcare.
Added family members' premiums will be paid at 100% by employee at group rate.

Vision and dental plans optional but 100% employee paid
$25,000 Life Insurance policy paid by employer


Paid Time Off
Vacation: Accrue 10 -15 hours per month depending on department and years of service. 
Sick: Accrue 8 -10 hours per month depending on department and years of service. 
11 Paid Holidays


South Dakota Retirement 
Employees contribute 6% of their gross pay with 100% employer match
Law enforcement employees contribute 8% of their gross pay with 100% employer match


SD Supplemental Retirement
Employees have the option to contribute an amount of their choice with no employer match

Employee Assistance Programs
Professional counseling and educational classes covering multiple aspects of life at no cost to the employee