General Maintenance Technician III / Facilities Maintenance Technician - 192404

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The South Carolina DMV is seeking a motivated Facilities Maintenance Technician based at the SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood. You will perform maintenance, custodial, and minor construction work across state facilities, with travel to branch offices as needed.

Responsibilities include supporting facility management programs, coordinating with vendors, and performing preventative maintenance. A high school diploma and trades experience are required, with HVAC/electrical knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with trades experience.
• Ability to operate a PC and learn work order software.
• HVAC and electrical knowledge preferred.
• Strong communication and independent work capability.

Responsibilities

• Support all facility management programs at DMV HQ building.
• Escort vendors and ensure goods/services meet contract requirements.
• Augment Fleet management and conduct vehicle-related duties as needed.
• Furniture set-up for functions and events across HQ and branches.
• Perform maintenance, custodial and horticulture tasks; provide PMs as directed.
• Familiarize with contractual limitations on maintenance repairs.
• Conduct walk-around inspections and maintain safety equipment.
• Monitor contractors/suppliers to ensure proper provisioning of goods/services.
• Complete safety training and understand unfamiliar equipment before use.
• Respond to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Work order software

Job description

Are you a multi-crafted skilled technician? Have you always wanted to train to become a skilled General Maintenance Tech? Then we may have the job for you! We are seeking a motivated maintenance professional to join our team. If you're ready to put your amazing skills to work to help our agency function at its best, we can't wait to meet you!

Responsibilities of the Facilities Maintenance Technician

• Support all facility Management programs at DMV HQ building.

• Complete modular furniture buildouts as required. Escorting vendors as needed; assuring goods/services are received per contract requirements.

• Augment Fleet management as needed with duties such as car deliveries, maintenance schedules and vehicle exchanges.

• Furniture set-up for functions, training or as needed in Headquarters and in branch offices across the state. Key Accountability Program monitor.

• Performs all disciplines of maintenance, custodial and horticulture services as needed at branch offices. Provide preventative maintenance (PM) as
  directed or according to any PM programs.

• Becomes familiar with contractual limitations on maintenance repairs of any leased facilities in your
  region.

• Performs a walk-around inspection of the facility upon arrival and removes trash and debris.

• Monitors activities of contractors/suppliers as needed ensuring the procured goods and services are provided accurately.

• Completes assigned safety training. Reviews information on unfamiliar equipment prior to use. Asks for clarification as needed. Maintains all
  issued equipment in a safe and professional manner.

• Respond to emergency calls on a 24 hour basis.

• Performs all other duties as assigned by manager.

Agency Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent and trades experience related to the area of employment.
• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.

Additional Requirements

• General knowledge and ability to perform all areas of building maintenance, minor construction, custodial and horticulture.
• A working knowledge of State Procurement regulations is a plus.
• Have a basic knowledge of how to operate a PC and the ability to learn to use the work order software provided.
• Interpret working drawing and blueprints. Complete safety training as assigned.
• Knowledge of what personal protective equipment is needed and wear it when performing tasks.
• HVAC and Electrical knowledge is preferred.
• Project a professional attitude.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to make independent decisions as required and be able to prioritize workloads, when necessary, in order to meet schedules and goals.
• Employee is based at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood; will work throughout the state as needed.
• Maintain a valid SC driver's license.
• Physically able to bend, lift 50lbs., climb ladders & work in confined spaces; carry a state phone; on call 24/7; work extended hours on occasion/short notice; overnight travel may be required.
• Employee will be based at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood but will be required to travel throughout the state as needed.

Agency Preferred

• A high school diploma with a minimum of five (5) years experience directly related to the area of employment of diversified building maintenance experience.
• Must live in or relocate to one of the counties in their assigned Region.

What's in it for you?

At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
• An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household

So what are you waiting for?

Come be a part of a fast-growing, dynamic agency, and join a team that offers an opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career!

Additional Comments

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.