General Maintenance Tech II

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 20 hours ago

Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: 30 Oct 2026

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00538PO26
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 Maintenance Tech II
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	Division of Administration and Finance
Department	DAF Facilities Maintenance
State Pay Range	G06
USC Market Range	MRC - $40,269 $49,330 $58,390
Anticipated Hiring Range	$40,269 - $49,330
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 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.
Veterans' Preference Statement	The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

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.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

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	Demonstrated ability to use a computer. Ability to develop and maintain strong customer service skills, maintain harmonious working relationship with departmental staff, work independently, maintain functional awareness of typical hazards within the work place, work within established resources, communicate both orally and in writing, maintain accurate records relating to time, materials and services provided, organize, plan and prioritize work.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Under limited supervision, maintains and implements a safe and effective corrective maintenance program for complex operations involving carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems within assigned buildings. Responsibilities include submitting, receiving, and accurately processing work orders; coordinating with supervisors and coworkers; and performing tasks such as planning, inspecting, verifying, communicating, and resolving facility maintenance issues. Ensures that all facility systems remain in safe working order and compliant with applicable national and local codes, while consistently demonstrating professionalism in conduct, appearance, and work practices.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	50

Job Duty	Assists in coordinating the installation of new and modified maintenances related systems under the direction of the supervisor. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and drawings; consulting with University Project Managers, contractors, and subcontractors to provide information on existing systems that may be affected by construction or renovation projects; offering guidance on requirements for future projects; and troubleshooting new or modified systems to ensure proper functionality and compliance with operational standards.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Provides exceptional customer service by taking personal initiative to identify and resolve issues whenever possible, while fostering strong communication and collaboration with building occupants and stakeholders. Develops and maintains effective customer service practices, including proactive communication, timely notifications, and participation in process reviews. Ensures that assigned facility systems and customer needs are met whenever possible; refers complex or escalated issues to the supervisor; and assists in planning and scheduling maintenance work with customers in advance to minimize disruptions.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Performs administrative tasks to support efficient maintenance operations, including maintaining and accurately completing daily time sheets in the CMMS and HCM systems, and recording detailed notes on all work performed across related systems. Assists with facilities inventory control by requesting, receiving, and monitoring maintenance supplies, materials, and tools from Consolidated Supplies and external vendors, following established procurement policies and procedures. Participates in meetings and training sessions related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement to support departmental goals and professional development.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Other duties as required.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	5

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	5
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date	07/28/2026
Job Close Date	10/30/2026
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 October 30, 2026. 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 Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/209693
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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