General Maintenance Tech II

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00477PO24 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 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 through Friday 8:00 AM through 4:30 PM

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Trades/Maintenance

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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.

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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 About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Provides skilled planned and corrective cross-functional maintenance and repair services specializing in electrical and including carpentry, HVAC and plumbing for designated facilities on the Columbia campus of the University of South Carolina.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma and 4 years experience in a commercial or residential trades occupation including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and/or plumbing with knowledge of national and local code requirements for trades area.

Driver's License required.

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman certification in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to develop and maintain strong customer service skills, maintain harmonious working relationship with departmental staff, work independently, maintain functional awareness of typical hazards with in the work.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Assists with the coordination of the installation of new and modified maintenance related systems 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

Provides customer service by taking personal initiative to identify and correct any problems possible, developing strong customer services practices including customer communications and involvement, notifications, and process reviews; ensuring that assigned facility systems and customer needs are met whenever possible; referring higher level problematic situations to supervisor; and assisting the department with ensuring that any planned or corrective maintenance work is planned and scheduled wit 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 Facility Services 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

Other related duties as required.

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. Plans layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specification and local codes. Connects wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Tests electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, of fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeter, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps to ensure compatibility and safety of systems.

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 No Hazardous weather category Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 06/13/2024 Job Close Date 07/28/2024 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 July 28, 2024.

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/169948 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have at least a High school diploma and 4 years experience in a commercial or residential trades occupation including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and/or plumbing with knowledge of national and local code requirements for trades area?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter