Area Zone Maintenance

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00308PO26 Job Code Title Maintenance Tech Advertised Title Area Zone Maintenance Campus Columbia College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department SAAS Custodial, Move Crew and Facilities Administration Salary $21.64/per hour Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Schedule

Standard working schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Advertised

Job Summary:

Area Zone Maintenance

• Do you have knowledge of safety practices, tools, equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and maintenance work?
• Do you have experience diagnosing and repairing equipment and facility issues?
• Are you able to perform heavy manual labor and work in physically demanding conditions?
• Can you work effectively both independently and as part of a team?

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Area Supervisor, the Area Maintenance Technician provides skilled, cross-functional maintenance and repair services for residence halls. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and performing preventive and corrective maintenance in areas such as carpentry, locksmithing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and painting. Will complete assigned work orders, ensure efficient facility operations, and communicate follow-up needs to supervisors. This role is designated as essential personnel during emergencies, including hazardous weather, and participates in an on‑call rotation for after‑hours response.

• Assist with major repairs to electrical, plumbing, heating, HVAC equipment, and appliance repair.
• Repair and perform preventive maintenance on general building facilities and electrical, mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, and communication systems.
• Provides maintenance support as needed in post‑construction sites and in buildings affected by flooding or other damage.
• Conduct general and emergency repairs to equipment and facilities.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and materials used in maintenance tasks.
• Follow established safety practices and procedures.

Potential for Full Time Employee (FTE) position based on job performance.

Knowledge of general maintenance.

High school diploma or equivalency and at least 5 or more years of job related experience.

Must have valid driver's license.

Number of Vacancies:
Multiple

Desired

Start Date:

03/16/2026

Proposed End Date: 12/18/2026

Job Open Date: 02/25/2026

Job Close Date: 06/30/2026

Open Until Filled

No 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 position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening…