Buildings And Grounds Technician

Job Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for the grounds and maintenance for 5 clinics in the surrounding area.

• Performs routine and emergency maintenance at all locations including facilities, grounds, & outside contractor work oversight

• Performs grounds maintenance, landscaping, and improvements.

• Assists moving furniture, equipment and supplies within and between all facilities and storage units.

• Inspects and maintains all equipment to insure all is sound and in safe operating order

• Inspects fire extinguishers, exit signs, and emergency lights monthly at all facilities

• Oversees outside contract work

• Other duties as needed or directed (including all required training)

Minimum and Additional Requirements

DMH: HS diploma and 4 years experience in a related trades area or general building maintenance

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs