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Maintenance Technician

$40k to $50k

Columbia, SCFull-timePosted Oct 27, 2026

Against the Columbia typical range

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Assist the Building/Grounds manager in performing complex maintenance and repair tasks on all buildings and facilities at Sandhill REC. Operates and assists with maintaining heavy equipment for management of grounds and facilities. Assist with overall management of agriculture and natural resources operations at Sandhill REC. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB DUTIES: 40%

  • Operates heavy and light equipment and responsible for maintenance of all areas of the grounds such as grass cutting, limb and tree trimming and removal, trash pickup , road grading etc. 10%
  • Responsible for cleaning main office facilities, all meeting space at Sandhill REC as determined by supervisor. Other duties as assigned directly related to the mission of Sandhill REC 10%
  • Assist with overall management of agriculture research and extension functions. 40%
  • Performs complex maintenance and repair tasks in such areas as carpentry, masonry, electricity, HVAC, roof, plumbing and boiler operation. Makes emergency and general repairs and adjustments to equipment used in building and maintenance work. Maintains outbuildings, field facilities, storage sheds, office areas. JOB CODE: KC40 EMPLOYEE TYPE: Regular FTE Staff Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or equivalent and formal training or trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Walk or move about: % Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.

: % Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): % Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): % Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: % Recognize or inspect visually: % Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: % Extends hands or arms in any direction: % Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: % WORKING CONDITIONS: Wet and/or humid: % Noise: % Mechanical hazards: % Exposure to heat or cold: % WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 40 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: Expected Salary Range $40,000 - $50,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL: Emergency Response

  • In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call. JOB LOCATION: Columbia, SC APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 9, 2026 MILITARY AND VETERAN: Military Equivalency : Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or issues. CLOSING STATEMENT: Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

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