Maintenance Technician: Carpentry, Plumbing & Electrical

University of South Carolina; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina Beaufort is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep facilities safe and functional for students and staff. The role spans carpentry, masonry, electrical, and plumbing with daily challenges ranging from appliance repair to emergency fixes.

This positions offers a stable, full-time schedule in Bluffton, SC with a mission-driven team in higher education and opportunities to apply a broad set of skilled trades on campus.

Qualifications

• Requires accreditation from a technical school or skilled trades program; may substitute with equivalent certification or training.
• Experience not required if certified or trained in related trades.
• Knowledge of safety practices and building maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs in carpentry, masonry, electrical, and plumbing areas.
• Troubleshoot and repair appliances and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Respond to emergency repairs to protect buildings and campus safety.
• Maintain interior and exterior finishes, walls, and floors.
• Operate and follow work orders using the university system.

Skills

Carpentry

Masonry

Electrical

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Heavy manual labour

Education

Technical school accreditation

Job description

The University of South Carolina Beaufort is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep facilities safe and functional for students and staff. The role spans carpentry, masonry, electrical, and plumbing with daily challenges ranging from appliance repair to emergency fixes.

This positions offers a stable, full-time schedule in Bluffton, SC with a mission-driven team in higher education and opportunities to apply a broad set of skilled trades on campus.