Senior Facilities Trades Specialist

Trident Technical College; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC is seeking a Trades Specialist V to perform advanced skilled maintenance across the Palmer and Mount Pleasant campuses, covering electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting, roofing, and more.

The role requires independent execution of complex repairs, project coordination, and supervision of contracted services to keep facilities safe, functional, and well-maintained.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; formal training or trade experience preferred.
• Extensive experience in commercial building maintenance or skilled trades operations is desirable.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced maintenance, repair, renovation, and construction activities for campus facilities (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting, roofing).
• Install, modify, repair electrical equipment and systems, including fixtures, motors, fans, and controls.
• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems and equipment (sanitary, water, gas, compressed air lines).
• Develop and perform preventative maintenance schedules; identify major needs and recommend repairs or improvements.
• Coordinate maintenance projects with other trades, contractors, and campus departments to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assist with budget planning, cost estimates, and procurement; prepare material orders.
• Manage roofing maintenance, inspections, contractor coordination, and quality assurance.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Carpentry

Masonry

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprint reading

Job description

Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC is seeking a Trades Specialist V to perform advanced skilled maintenance across the Palmer and Mount Pleasant campuses, covering electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting, roofing, and more.

The role requires independent execution of complex repairs, project coordination, and supervision of contracted services to keep facilities safe, functional, and well-maintained.