Highway Maintenance Worker III - Specialized Equipment Operator (61034029)
State of South Carolina
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Maintenance Tech
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full-Time
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March 14, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a maintenance technician at the University of South Carolina's campus recreation facilities, where you'll handle repairs and upkeep across various areas like building fixes, fitness gear, pools, and outdoor fields to keep everything running smoothly and safely for students.
It's ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on variety in trades such as carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing, and who can work well with a team including student helpers.
The role supports student wellness by ensuring facilities are always clean, operational, and welcoming.
Key Requirements
- Skilled in multiple trades including carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, and grounds maintenance
- Experience performing planned, corrective, and preventative maintenance on equipment like fitness machines, pool systems, and turf fields
- Ability to assist with pool and aquatic maintenance, including water quality testing
- Strong organizational skills for inventory management, record-keeping, and prioritizing tasks
- Capability to train and guide student employees while modeling safe and professional practices
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, for reporting to management and providing customer service
- Ability to work within resources, follow directions, and make decisions to ensure facility safety and efficiency
Full Job Description
Department: SAAS UHS Campus Recreation
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
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.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
Maintenance Technician
• Do you enjoy working across multiple trades instead of doing the same task every day?
• Can you perform planned, corrective, and preventative maintenance across multiple trades, including carpentry, HVAC , electrical, and plumbing?
• Are you able to maintain and repair a wide range of equipment, from fitness and pool mechanical systems to natural and artificial turf fields?
• Do you take pride in keeping large facilities safe, clean, and fully operational every day?
• Can you assist with training and guiding student employees while modeling safe and professional work practices?
The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in supporting the overall success of Campus Recreation by performing a wide range of skilled, corrective, and preventative maintenance tasks across multiple trades. This position is responsible for maintaining safe, functional, and well-maintained environments that directly support student life, wellness, and recreation. The Maintenance Technician addresses daily maintenance needs, responds to service requests, and supports long-term facility upkeep. Through hands-on work and collaboration with supervisors, staff, and student employees, this role helps ensure facilities operate efficiently, meet safety standards, and consistently reflect a high level of care and professionalism for the entire campus community. Primary duties include:
• Perform planned, corrective, and preventative maintenance in areas such as carpentry, HVAC , electrical, plumbing, painting, and grounds.
• Maintain and repair fitness equipment, pool mechanical systems, and natural and artificial turf fields.
• Assist with pool and aquatic maintenance, including water quality testing and equipment upkeep.
• Support inventory management by keeping shop areas organized, stocked, and well documented.
• Assist the Facility Supervisor with major repairs and special projects.
• Help train and guide student maintenance employees.
• Provide timely, professional service that enhances the campus recreation experience.
Perks Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! 15 paid vacation days 15 paid sick days 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday) An engaging and collaborative environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge and ability to repair and trouble shoot a wide variety of maintenance needs.
• Ability to work within established resources.
• Ability to communicate in writing and orally to management.
• Ability to maintain accurate records relating to time, materials and services provided.
• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work are essential.
• Ability to follow direction, make appropriate decisions, provide quality customer service.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
Job Close Date
03/13/2026
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 March 13, 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
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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Requirements
Qualifications
• Experience in maintenance of pools, CPO /AFO (certified pool operator/ aquatic facility operator) certificate required or obtained within 90 days.
• Experience in a commercial or residential trades occupation including, but not limited to, carpentry, electrical, and/or plumbing with knowledge of national and local code requirements for trades area.
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