General Maintenance Tech II

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Retirement programs

Paid tuition

Dependent scholarships

Annual leave

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking a General Maintenance Tech II to perform skilled maintenance across carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing for the Columbia campus.

The role emphasizes cross-functional maintenance, proactive problem-solving, and strong customer service while ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to use a computer.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally, and maintain records of time, materials, and services.
• Maintain customer service focus and work independently while following safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned and corrective maintenance including carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Support designated facilities on the Columbia campus.

Skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Time management

Job description

General Maintenance Tech II

Department: DAF Facilities Maintenance

Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Job Summary

Provides skilled planned and corrective cross-functional maintenance and repair services including carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing for designated facilities on the Columbia campus of the University of South Carolina.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to use a computer.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong customer service skills, maintain harmonious working relationship with departmental staff, work independently, maintain functional awareness of typical hazards within the workplace, work within established resources, communicate both orally and in writing, maintain accurate records relating to time, materials and services provided, organize, plan and prioritize work.

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Job Close Date

08/30/2026

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.