Pop-Up Hiring Event
Are you looking for a new career? Maybe you don't feel like your current position is utilizing your skillset. Join us for a pop-up hiring event designed to connect you with local employers in a relaxed setting.
The event intentionally features a limited number of employer booths, giving you the opportunity to spend meaningful time with hiring managers, ask questions, and even interview on the spot. All participating employers will be listed below so you can plan your visit accordingly.
Event Details
January 28th, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Plains Commerce Bank Community Room | 900 S Burr St.
At the Event
- Apply for open positions
- Receive walk-in interviews
- Learn about internships, certification programs, and scholarship opportunities
- Network directly with hiring managers
- Connect with employers whose culture aligns with your values
Before the Event
To make the most of your time, you will also have the option to:
- Schedule a 5–10 minute interview with an employer in advance.
- If you are unable to attend the event in-person or prefer to schedule a private meeting outside of the event time, contact Barak Minor at bminor@mitchellsd.com or (605) 996-1140 and specific what businesse you would like to be connected with. Qualified candidates’ information may be shared directly with employers.
Participating Businesses
Mueller Lumber is a family-owned and operated business that has proudly served the local community since 1975. Built on generations of hard work and dedication, Mueller Lumber is known for its honesty, craftsmanship, and commitment to helping customers build with confidence. The team supports contractors, builders, and DIYers by providing quality materials, trusted expertise, and personalized service—making Mueller Lumber a dependable and respected place to build a career.
Open PositionsÂ
Carpenter (2+ years experience): Construct residential and commercial buildings from the ground up (framing and general carpentry).
Finish Carpenter (2+ years experience): Install finish materials in residential and commercial projects, including countertops, cabinets, doors, windows, and trim.
City Desk/Order Desk (3+ years experience):Â This role is in charge of managing the lumber inventory, small project estimation, small tool repair, and scheduling the delivery of materials to customers.
Yard Man (3+ years experience): Assist customers with purchased products, unloading materials from vendors, loading and delivering products to customers, and maintaining organized inventory and facilities throughout the lumber yard.
Project Manager (5+ years experience): Oversees residential and commercial projects from the initial sale through completion. This includes coordinating materials, schedules, subcontractors, and customer communication to ensure a high-quality project delivery.
Scholarship Opportunities
Iverson Auto is a locally owned, family-run business spanning three generations. From vehicle sales and service to parts and auto body, the Iverson Auto team offers a wide range of automotive career opportunities while focusing on teamwork, customer service, and long-term relationships within the communities they serve.
Open PositionsÂ
Sales Consultant: Assist customer with vehicle selection, test drives, financing applications, and paperwork. This role involves clear communication, basic computer use, and maintaining a clean, organized sales area.
Automotive Service Technician: Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles according to quality and safety standards, including routine tune-ups and inspections. This role focuses on accurate repair work, clear estimates, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Scholarship Opportunities
"I chose the MOPAR CAREER AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM (CAP) for a few reasons. It was great option to jumpstart my automotive career... all expenses are covered by my sponsoring dealership (Iverson Auto) which means I will graduate debt free... It is a mixture of classroom training and on the job experience which is very important in my opinion".
Christian Stange, MHS Graduate
"The BUILD DAKOTA Scholarship has opened up many new doors for me. It allowed me to stay in my hometown while still attending the Diesel Technology program at MTC... The scholarship allows me to learn and experiment at school but then apply my knowledge at work on various jobs. With the Build Dakota scholarship and Iverson Auto as my sponsoring dealership, I will graduate college debt free". Â Â
Jared Roth, MTC Student
KMIT 105.9 FM and KOOL 98.3 FM serves the Mitchell area with local news, sports, weather, and entertainment. With strong community roots and a wide regional reach, they connect people, businesses, and events across Mitchell and beyond. "We're preparing for the future. Want to be part of it?"
Open PositionsÂ
On-Air Announcer (2+ years experience): You will be responsible for delivering live and local weather, news, and sports coverage. This includes weekend air shifts, sports board operation and play-by-play, commercial production, and contributing to website and social media content.
Radio and Digital Marketing Consultant: (3+ years experience): Build relationships with local businesses and develop customized advertising solutions. This role offers flexible scheduling, strong earning potential, and professional training in a competitive sales environment.
Board Operator (Entry Level): Assist with live radio broadcasts by running studio equipment and supporting on-air programming and sports coverage. This role is ideal for someone interested in radio and eager to learn in a live broadcast environment.
LifeServe Blood Center is a non-profit organization that saves lives by collecting and providing blood to hospitals across South Dakota and the surrounding region. LifeServe is a dynamic and rewarding place to work, where employees play a direct role in supporting patients and communities. The organization is committed to its people, knowing that its mission is only possible through engaged, supported, and fulfilled employees.
Open PositionsÂ
Site Supervisor (2+ years experience): Supervise team members to ensure blood collection and distribution goals are met. Oversee and maintain all processes associated with site-specific departments, including donor centers, mobiles, hospital services, and general facility operations.
Phlebotomist (Entry level): This role offers strong opportunities for advancement and hands-on experience in a healthcare setting, working directly with donors, performing screenings and blood draws, and supporting mobile blood drives and donor centers.
Product Management Tech/Driver (Entry Level): Pack and transport blood products, managing inventory, and serving as a final quality check to ensure safe, timely delivery to hospital partners.
Innovative Systems is a Mitchell-based technology company that builds software and technology solutions for service providers nationwide, helping them manage billing, operations, and communication services more efficiently.
Open Positions
QA Specialist (Entry Level): The duties of a QA specialist revolve around testing eLation software products. This will include testing new features, proposing improvements, and implementing development processes.
Mapping Conversion Specialist (Entry Level):Â This position is responsible for converting client's mapping records to Innovative's Mapping software.
Voice and Video Support Specialist (2+ years experience): The duties of a V&V Specialist include installing software products, diagnosing hardware and software issues, and providing customer support.
IT Systems Administrator (Bachelor's Degree): The duties of a QA specialist revolve around testing and developing new eLation software products.
Financial Support Specialist (Bachelor's Degree): This position will report to the eLation Financials Support Manager and will be the bridge between Innovative Systems and the client in regards to the company's accounting processes and the software financials.
Hendrickson is a leading global manufacturer serving the commercial transportation industry with advanced suspension, axle, and braking solutions. Guided by the promise The World Rides On Us®, we build innovative products and lasting relationships while offering diverse career opportunities across production, engineering, and professional roles.
Machine Operator: Operate production machines to meet safety, quality, and production standards. Perform basic setups, minor maintenance, quality checks, and keep work areas clean and safe.
Robot Welder Operator: Load and operate robotic welding equipment to produce quality parts. Inspect welds, make basic adjustments, perform routine maintenance, and safely handle materials using hoists and conveyors.
Hand Welder: Weld and assemble parts using fixtures and hand welding processes. Perform quality checks, handle materials safely, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Since 1981, Boyds has crafted high-quality hardwood gunstocks built for precision, durability, and enhanced accuracy. Each stock is engineered to fit its firearm perfectly and finished for long-lasting performance in all conditions. Boyds is a people-first workplace that believes work should be safe, respectful, and meaningful—leaders are accessible, ideas are welcomed, and we focus on doing things the right way, not just the fast way.
Open PositionsÂ
Engineering Program Specialist (Experience with CAD required): Create, edit, and support CNC programs using CAD/CAM software to optimize machining processes. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot issues, ensure efficiency, and support continuous improvement.
Production Operator (Entry level): Operate production equipment to meet daily goals while maintaining quality and safety standards. Follow work instructions and support team efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.