Maintenance Technician

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition Program

Dependent Scholarships

EAP

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform skilled trades and custodial duties for Housing & Residential Life facilities. You will train and supervise temporary and student staff while regularly inspecting and addressing repair needs.

The role requires familiarity with HVAC practices, reading plans, and strong communication skills to work with students, faculty, and administration. OSHA training is provided.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Housing Facilities Management.
• Familiar with HVAC maintenance and safety practices.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled trades and custodial duties for repairs and maintenance of Housing & Residential Life facilities.
• Provide training and supervision to temporary and student staff.
• Regularly inspect facilities and address repair and custodial issues promptly.

Skills

HVAC tools

Trades techniques

Tool use

Read plans/blueprints

HVAC practices

Read/write instructions

Communication

Work with students staff

OSHA training

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician Department: UPS Palmetto Villas Building Maint Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

University of South Carolina Upstate STA Spartanburg, SC

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.

Advertised Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician performs skilled trades and custodial duties in the performance of repairs and maintenance of buildings Housing & Residential Life facilities. Provide training and supervision to temporary & student staff. Regularly inspect facilities and promptly address repair and custodial issues.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Working knowledge of HVAC tools, equipment & materials used in maintenance applicable to the job, especially HVAC.
• Working knowledge of techniques, methods & practices of designated trades.
• Skill in use of tools & equipment.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret plans & specifications.
• Familiar with most current HVAC practices.
• Ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
• Work in an environment with students, faculty and administration while maintaining appropriate behavior.
• Employee will receive annual OSHA and Facilities Maintenance training.
• https://sc.edu/policies/hr195.pdf, Drug and Alcohol Testing Policyhttps://sc.edu/policies/hr195.pdfrequires pre-employment drug screen. https://sc.edu/policies/hr190.pdf, Job Reference and Background Checks requires a good driving record and successful background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Housing Facilities Management.

Benefits

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

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.