What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Maint Tech II position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00299PO25
Job Family
Building and Grounds Maintenance
Job Function
Facilities Maintenance
USC Market Title
Maintenance Tech
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132151
Job Level
T2 - Technical Support
Business Title (Internal Title)
General Maint Tech II
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance
Department
DAF Facilities Maintenance
State Pay Band
4
Approved Starting Salary
$37,735
Advertised Salary Range
$37,735 - $47,168
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday
8:00am-4:30pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
8:00am-4:30pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Trades/Maintenance
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Provides skilled planned and corrective cross-functional maintenance and repair services including carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing for designated facilities on the Columbia campus of the University of South Carolina.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to work within established resources, communicate verbally and in writing, maintain accurate records, operate computer systems, and plan and prioritize work are essential.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Provides customer service by taking personal initiative to identify and correct any problems possible; developing strong customer service practices including customer communication and involvement, notifications, and process reviews; ensuring that assigned facility systems and customer needs are met whenever possible; referring higher level, problematic situations to the supervisor; and assisting the department with ensuring that any planned or corrective maintenance work is planned and scheduled with customers in advance when possible.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Performs administrative tasks including maintaining and completing accurate daily time sheets, records on all scheduled and emergency repairs performed on various related systems, assists with the Facilities inventory control by requesting, receiving and monitoring maintenance supplies, materials, and tools from Consolidated Supplies and outside vendors following established procurement policies and procedures; and attending meetings and training events related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Assists with the coordination of the installation of new and modified maintenance related systems in the supervisor’s absence or at the supervisor’s direction to include but not limited to reading blueprints, schematics, or drawings; consulting with University Project Managers, contractors, and sub-contractors to provide information on existing systems that may be affected during a project and advice on requirements for future construction projects; reviewing construction areas for maintenance requirements; estimating costs for project work based on length, scope, manpower, and equipment requirements; actual installation or modification of maintenance related systems; communication of expected installation or modification work with supervisory personnel; and troubleshooting new or newly modified systems to assure proper functioning of the system.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Essential Function
No
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Under limited supervision, maintains and follows a safe, productive, cost effective, and comprehensive planned and corrective maintenance program for constant reliable operations relating to all carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing needs with in assigned buildings by receiving work orders; communicating with the Call Center and the supervisor; planning, inspecting, verifying, communicating, and problem solving assigned maintenance issues; ensuring that all work performed follows the departmental and OSHA safety guidelines, policies, and regulations; and ensuring that all facility systems are in safe working order and compliant with national and local codes and regulations while exhibiting professionalism in conduct, appearance, and work practices.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
50
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
Yes
Hazardous weather category
Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
04/23/2025
Job Close Date
06/06/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 6, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/186212
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $37,735 - $47,168
