Maintenance Technician

Clemson University; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Columbia, SC is seeking a Regular FTE staff member to assist the Building/Grounds manager with maintenance and repair tasks across campus facilities. The role includes operating heavy equipment, grounds upkeep and supporting agriculture and natural resources operations at Sandhill REC.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and related trade experience. The position requires flexibility to perform diverse duties and may involve on-call or emergency

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal training or trade experience related to the area of employment.
• Experience operating heavy and light equipment a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain grounds equipment and perform grounds maintenance tasks.
• Assist with complex maintenance and repair across carpentry, masonry, electrical, HVAC, roofing and plumbing.
• Lead and guide other employees performing similar work as assigned.
• Maintain buildings and storage/outbuildings and assist with agriculture/extension functions.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Grounds maintenance

Carpentry

Masonry

Electrical work

HVAC

Plumbing

Boiler operation

Lead guidance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

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% - 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.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 REC10% - Assist with overall management of agriculture research and extension functions.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.

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:

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range

$40,000 - $50,000

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:

November 9, 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.