Assistant Trades Technician - EVENING

Assistant Trades Technician - EVENING

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Posting Details

Posting Number - TMP03088PO25

Job Code Title - Trades Specialist III

Advertised Title - Assistant Trades Technician - EVENING

Campus - Columbia

College/Division - Division of Administration and Finance

Department - DAF Facilities Maintenance

Salary - $18/hour

Location of Vacancy - SC

Part/Full Time - Part Time

Hours per Week - 15

Work Schedule - Monday-Friday 3:30p.m.-12:00a.m.

Job Search Category - Trades/Maintenance

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, 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.

Benefits for Temporary Positions 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

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary - The University of South Carolina is hiring part-time Assistant Trades Technicians to join our Facilities Services team. These entry-level positions offer a hands-on learning experience for individuals interested in developing skills in the trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry. Work hours are flexible within the window of Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and do not require coverage of the full shift. Responsibilities typically include: assisting with installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment or systems. Operating tools and machinery under supervision. Preparing work areas and cleaning up after tasks. Transporting materials and supplies. Performing basic inspections and reporting issues. This is an excellent opportunity to build foundational trade skills in a supportive and educational university environment.

Qualifications - Driver's license required.

Job Duties Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies - 5

Desired Start Date - 12/01/2025

Proposed End Date

Job Open Date - 12/01/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant - This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Position Attributes

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 - No

Hazardous weather category - Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of References and Contact Information