Multi-Skill Technician
Job in
Clemson, Pickens County, South Carolina, 29632, USA
Listed on 2026-01-19
Listing for:
Clemson University
Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-01-19
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,... are you ready?
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs apprentice level work for multi-skilled trades and does related duties requiring basic professional skills and technical knowledge. Progresses from entry through advanced semi-skilled abilities by proven service and successful trade related vocational instruction. Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
50% - Essential - Preventative Maintenance, Trades Training and Development:
Performs corrective and preventive maintenance for university buildings, serving as assistant and/or primary maintenance representative for the Facilities division. Performs multiskilled tasks as on-the-job training under the direction of a Journeyman or Master trades worker when appropriate. Completes on-the-job training and related educational instruction as outlined in multi-skilled apprenticeship program. 15% - Essential - Plumbing:
Unstops, changes, replaces or re-hangs commercial toilets, urinals, and sinks. Tests and replaces failed valves and parts. Clears drains with manual or powered auger as needed. Performs routine maintenance of emergency eyewashes and showers. 15% - Essential - HVAC Systems Management:
Perform preventive maintenance as directed and scheduled minor repairs on fan coils, air handlers, and re/pre-heat coils. Checks and changes filters, oil and grease bearings. Changes motors if repair is impractical, cleaning and re-insulating per standard procedures. Unstops or replaces condensate drains. Diagnosis, replaces, and calibrates bad pneumatic thermostats. Checks and changes industrial drive belts. Assists in changing bearings. Checks and greases pumps.
Performs preventive maintenance and repair on air compressors to include crank cases, regulators, and dryer repair. 10% - Essential - Electrical Systems Management:
Traces circuits to isolate problems. Tests and changes failed circuit breakers, identifying voltages. Changes bulbs, ballasts, switches and receptacles. Measures current flow (Amps) to verify proper motor operation. Repairs 3-way and 4-way switch circuits. Checks and sets official building clocks. Tests emergency lighting and batteries. 10% - Essential - Carpentry:
Repairs latches, locks, weather-stripping, door issues, windows, window blinds and window frames. Reattaches loose or missing cove base, repairs damaged or missing VCT, LVT, and laminate flooring. Replaces damaged or stained ceiling tile, and repairs minor damages in drop ceiling grid. Safety:
Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and enforcement of University LOTO policy. Complies with all NEC rules and regulations, completing all relevant training. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent and general maintenance experience related to the area of employment. Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000 RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
70% - Stand for prolonged period 50% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 75% - Walk or move about 70% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 50% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 70% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl) 60% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 65% - Recognize or inspect visually 70% - Move, transport, raise or lower 70% - Extends hands or arms in any direction 25% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors 55% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
WORKING CONDITIONS:
70% - Exposure to heat or cold 50% - Exposure to dust/fumes 50% - Wet or humid 60% - Noise 25% - Vibration 50% - Mechanical hazards 10% - Chemical hazards 20% - Electrical hazards 10% - Radiant energy hazards 20% - Burn hazards 5% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 40 COMPENSATION INFORMATION Anticipated Salary Range: ($ 39,764.00 - $…
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