Maintenance Tech — Facility Repairs, Painting & Carpentry

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Dependent scholarships

Annual leave

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a NAC Maintenance Tech to support the DAF Facilities Maintenance department. Located on the Columbia campus, this full-time role handles surface preparation, painting, drywall, and carpentry in leased spaces used by the Department of Justice, plus light PM and basic electrical/plumbing/HVAC tasks.

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication, recordkeeping, and computer skills, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to work within established resources.
• Ability to communicate in writing and orally to management.
• Ability to maintain accurate records relating to time, materials and services provided.
• Ability to operate computer systems is essential.
• Having strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work are essential.
• Must demonstrate dedication to team work and customer service.
• Employee must utilize safe work practices and promote safety in the work place.
• Must be able to complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).

Responsibilities

• Performs primary surface preparation, painting, drywall, and structural carpentry repairs within leased spaces on USC's Columbia campus occupied by the Department of Justice (National Advocacy Center, 1600 Hampton, and Kirkland Apartments).
• Performs minor preventative maintenance (PM) and light repairs across electrical (e.g., changing light bulbs), plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Skills

Communication

Recordkeeping

Computer skills

Organization

Teamwork

Safety

NACI clearance

Job description

The University of South Carolina is seeking a NAC Maintenance Tech to support the DAF Facilities Maintenance department. Located on the Columbia campus, this full-time role handles surface preparation, painting, drywall, and carpentry in leased spaces used by the Department of Justice, plus light PM and basic electrical/plumbing/HVAC tasks.

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication, recordkeeping, and computer skills, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.