Maintenance Technician

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Building/Grounds manager at Sandhill REC in Columbia, SC. The role involves performing complex maintenance across carpentry, masonry, electrical, HVAC, roofing, plumbing, and boiler operations, and operating heavy equipment to manage grounds and facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and related trade training, with opportunities to lead others and contribute to agriculture and natural resources

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with related trade training or experience.
• Ability to perform complex maintenance across carpentry, masonry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, boiler operation.
• Experience or ability to lead and guide others in similar work.
• Ability to operate heavy and light equipment and maintain grounds and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex maintenance and repair tasks in carpentry, masonry, electricity, HVAC, roof, plumbing and boiler operation.
• Assist with overall management of agriculture research and extension functions.
• Responsible for cleaning main office facilities and all meeting spaces at Sandhill REC as directed.
• Operate heavy and light equipment and maintain all grounds areas (grass, trees, debris, roads).

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Full Time

JR-10769

JOB SUMMARY

Assist the Building/Grounds manager in performing complex maintenance and repair tasks on all buildings and facilities at Sandhill REC. Operates and assists with maintaining heavy equipment for management of grounds and facilities. Assist with overall management of agriculture and natural resources operations at Sandhill REC. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

• 40% - Performs complex maintenance and repair tasks in such areas as carpentry, masonry, electricity, HVAC, roof, plumbing and boiler operation. Makes emergency and general repairs and adjustments to equipment used in building and maintenance work. Maintains outbuildings, field facilities, storage sheds, office areas.
• 10% - Assist with overall management of agriculture research and extension functions.
• 10% - Responsible for cleaning main office facilities, all meeting space at Sandhill REC as determined by supervisor. Other duties as assigned directly related to the mission of Sandhill REC.
• 40% - Operates heavy and light equipment and responsible for maintenance of all areas of the grounds such as grass cutting, limb and tree trimming and removal, trash pickup , road grading etc.

JOB CODE

KC40

EMPLOYEE TYPE

Regular FTE Staff

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent and formal training or trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: %
• Extends hands or arms in any direction: %
• Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: %
• Recognize or inspect visually: %
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: %
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): %
• Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): %
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: %
• Walk or move about: %

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mechanical hazards: %
• Noise: %
• Wet and/or humid: %
• Exposure to heat or cold: %

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range: 65000 - 75000

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Emergency Response - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call.

JOB LOCATION

Columbia, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

October 2, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.