Maintenance Technician

Clemson; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Maintenance Technician at Sandhill REC in Columbia, SC. The role supports the Building/Grounds manager with complex maintenance across buildings and facilities, and operates heavy equipment for grounds management.

Responsibilities include carpentry, masonry, electrical, HVAC, roofing, plumbing, boiler operation, and general repairs, plus assisting with agriculture and natural resources operations and site cleanliness on a 40-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal training or trade experience related to the job.
• Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures; apply in varied situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex maintenance and repair tasks in carpentry, masonry, electricity, HVAC, roof, plumbing and boiler operation.
• Operate heavy and light equipment for grounds maintenance and facility management.
• Support agricultural and natural resources operations at Sandhill REC.
• Clean main office facilities and meeting spaces as assigned.
• Road grading, grass cutting, tree trimming, trash pickup and related grounds work.

Skills

Trade experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Maintenance TechnicianApply: COLUMBIA, SC: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: End Date: October 2, 2026 (10 days left to apply): 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 REC40% - 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 KNOWLEDGEFirm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESActs as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIESNo 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 Range65000 - 75000Salary 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. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.**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.