Campus Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

At Charleston Animal Society , every role directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of animals in our community. We are seeking a dependable  Campus Maintenance Technician with strong handyman and maintenance skills to help maintain safe, clean, and functional facilities across our organization.

If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and making a meaningful impact every day, this role is for you.

What You'll Do:

• Perform facility maintenance and general repairs, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, and carpentry work.
• Maintain buildings, kennels, offices, grounds, and equipment.
• Keep parking areas, walkways, and outdoor spaces clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks, inspections, and work orders.
• Respond to maintenance requests and urgent repair needs in a timely manner.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and facility safety initiatives.
• Support daily operations by ensuring a safe environment for staff, visitors, volunteers, and animals.

Work Locations

• Charleston Animal Society Main Campus – 2455 Remount Road, North Charleston
• Bear Greer Memorial Cat Sanctuary – Ravenel
• Berkeley Campus – Moncks Corner
• Occasional travel throughout Charleston County and surrounding areas

Schedule

• Typical hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Occasional weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of facilities maintenance, handyman, or building maintenance experience preferred
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general repair work
• Valid South Carolina driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely work on ladders
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Comfortable working around animals in a shelter environment
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Reliable, organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently

Why Work With Us?

Mission-driven nonprofit organization
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Variety of daily tasks—no two days are alike
Opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of animals and the people who care for them

Requirements

• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required
• Pre-employment drug screening required
• Criminal background check required

If you're a skilled maintenance professional looking for meaningful work while helping animals in need, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Our Mission
Since its founding, our mission has always stayed the same: The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. In 1874, Charleston Animal Society became the first animal organization in South Carolina and one of the first in the Nation and has never turned our local animals away.
Our Vision
Our Vision is one where all healthy and treatable animals are saved. It’s a vision where all people and animals are treated with respect and kindness. And it envisions a world where cruelty is not tolerated.

Company Description

Our Mission\r\nSince its founding, our mission has always stayed the same: The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. In 1874, Charleston Animal Society became the first animal organization in South Carolina and one of the first in the Nation and has never turned our local animals away.\r\nOur Vision\r\nOur Vision is one where all healthy and treatable animals are saved. It’s a vision where all people and animals are treated with respect and kindness. And it envisions a world where cruelty is not tolerated.