Area Zone Maintenance

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. 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.
• Provide 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.

• Knowledge of general maintenance.
• High school diploma or equivalency and at least five years of job‑related experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Standard working schedule: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

This is a temporary position; you may be eligible for health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal.

Posting Number: TMP
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:

Columbia, SC
Hours per week: 40
Open until filled

Employees in Safety‑Sensitive or Security‑Sensitive positions will be subject to pre‑employment and post‑employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL. Hazardous weather category Essential.

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