Temporary Equipment Operator​/Grounds Specialist

Position: Temporary Equipment Operator/Grounds Specialist - 61162514
Location: Columbia

Salary: $19.00 Hourly
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number:
Agency: Educational Television Commission
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 03/02/2026
Closing Date: 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: UZ01
Position Number::
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Work Schedule:

: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 10 hour shifts 4 days a week.
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min.: $19.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $19.00
Opening Date: 02/03/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line eers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line. Please complete the State employment application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

About Our Agency:
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working to create a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. SCETV provides national and local content to classrooms via internet services and PBS Learning Media. SCETV also provides teacher training and re-certification in face-to-face and online settings.

Job Purpose:
This position will maintain the agency's tower properties by providing routine grounds and maintenance to include, but not limited to operating heavy equipment.

Job Duties:
Operates a 55 HP John Deere tractor with bush hog maintaining SCETV tower properties around the state. Use of a dump trailer for hauling materials such as rock, dirt, soil, construction materials, and debris as needed. Repairs potholes, and driveways and also assist the maintenance crew on an as-needed basis.
Use of hand tools such as a shovel, pick, rake, chain saw, zero turn lawn mower, weed eater, and blower to maintain the property. Performs manual labor in the performance of hedge trimming, blowing, grass cutting, and weed eating.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience in tractor and bush operation, general maintenance of equipment, and lawn care. A valid South Carolina driver's license is required with a clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments

Equal Opportunity Statement: SCETV is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. SCETV does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Background Check: A pre-employment background check will be conducted, and employment will be contingent on passing the background check. Some positions require a pre-employment drug test. SCETV reserves the right to rescind any employment offer in the event our review of your background develops information, including opinions of previous employers or colleagues that cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, SCETV employees are considered essential and may be required to work in times of a state declared emergency or disaster.

College Transcripts: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are required to provide an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within fifteen (15) days of hire. Failure to provide official transcripts may lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Driving Record: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

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