Utility Mechanic Lead

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH seeks a lead technician to direct a utilities distribution crew. You will oversee installation, maintenance, repair and emergency restoration of underground utility systems on campus, coordinating field activities and guiding safe work practices.

You will plan daily work, mentor staff, and support asset management, inspections and capital projects while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with professional experience in building repairs and maintenance.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in utilities, construction, mechanical systems, or related field preferred.
• CDL Class A or B license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides lead direction for a utilities distribution crew overseeing installation, maintenance, repair and emergency restoration of underground utility systems.
• Plans, coordinates, and oversees daily maintenance, repair, and construction activities while ensuring safety and compliance with codes and standards.
• Mentors employees, assigns daily work, coordinates field activities, and supports knowledge transfer and safe work practices.
• Maintains utility infrastructure knowledge and supports asset records, inspections and system changes for capital projects.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree or Technical Diploma

Tools

CDL Class A or B

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides lead direction for a utilities distribution crew responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and emergency restoration of underground utility systems, including domestic water, chilled water, steam, natural gas, sanitary sewer, and stormwater infrastructure. Coordinates daily field activities, provides technical guidance to crew members, and supports construction and maintenance projects to ensure the safe, reliable operation of the University's utility systems. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

30% Utility Operations, Maintenance, and Emergency Response: Serves as lead technician by assigning daily work, coordinating field activities, monitoring work quality, mentoring employees, and providing technical guidance during maintenance, repair, and construction activities. Assists in developing employee knowledge through hands-on instruction and supports safe work practices across all utility distribution systems.

25% Jobsite, Maintenance, and Construction Management: Plans, coordinates, and oversees daily maintenance, repair, and utility construction activities. Organizes personnel, equipment, materials, and contractor resources to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with University standards, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements. Provides construction support for campus utility expansion projects, including utility coordination, infrastructure inspections, utility locates, system tie-ins, and quality assurance.

20% Leadership, Work Coordination, Shop Management: Serves as lead technician by assigning daily work, coordinating field activities, monitoring work quality, mentoring employees, and providing technical guidance during maintenance, repair, and construction activities. Assists in developing employee knowledge through hands-on instruction and supports safe work practices across all utility distribution systems.

15% Utility System Planning, Asset Management, and Technical Support: Maintains working knowledge of the University's underground utility infrastructure, including utility records, engineering drawings, GIS mapping, and historical system information. Assists with documenting system changes, utility locating, infrastructure inspections, and updating utility asset records to support maintenance and capital improvement projects.

10% Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Procurement and Administrative Management: Promotes a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, University policies, and industry best practices. Conducts job hazard assessments, supports regulatory inspections, and maintains required operational and compliance documentation. Coordinates procurement activities by preparing material requisitions, obtaining purchase orders, researching and ordering materials, equipment, tools, and supplies required for utility maintenance, emergency repairs, and construction projects. Monitors inventory levels, assists with material planning, and ensures critical resources are available to support uninterrupted utility operations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma and professional experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment.

Valid driver's license, CDL Class A or B

Preferred Requirements

Associate degree or technical diploma in utilities, construction, mechanical systems, or related field.

5-7 years of experience (responsible or lead) in the operation, maintenance, repair, and construction of underground utility systems.