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Posted: January 23, 2026 (1 day ago)

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General Maint. Tech III (#012507) Lieber Correctional Inst, Ridgeville (BERKELEY) Level 3

State of South Carolina

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$53,100 - $66,800

per year

Closes

February 3, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a senior maintenance technician at a correctional facility in South Carolina, where you'll lead repair and construction projects, handle emergencies, and manage supplies to keep the buildings running smoothly.

It's ideal for someone with hands-on experience in trades like carpentry or welding who enjoys supervising small teams and staying updated on new tools and methods.

You'll need to complete basic training after starting, so reliability and quick learning are key.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of professional experience in institutional general maintenance, construction, and repair
  • Proficiency in trades such as carpentry, masonry, drywall, painting, and welding
  • Ability to supervise maintenance projects and teams
  • Skills in establishing on-call procedures for emergency repairs
  • Experience determining and requisitioning maintenance supplies and equipment
  • Successful completion of 4 weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire

Full Job Description

  • Develops general maintenance and repair programs throughout the facility.
  • Provides assistance in the carpentry, masonry, drywall, painting, welding fabrication, maintenance and repair program.
  • Supervises and completes general maintenance, construction, and renovation projects for facility.
  • Establishes on-call procedures to respond to emergency general maintenance and repair calls and assures the work is promptly and properly performed.
  • Determines requirements for general maintenance and repair supplies and equipment; prepares justification and requisitions for all supplies and equipment.
  • Remains abreast of new general maintenance techniques, procedures, and equipment for Lieber Correctional Institution.
  • Recommends the procurement of new equipment and assists in supervising installation of equipment.
Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.sc.gov

Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma and trades experience related to the area of employment. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis for basis.


SCDC Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and 5 years professional experience in institutional general maintenance construction and repair.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/23/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5206930