General Maintenance Technician II

Salary: $37,200.00 - $59,500.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 181136
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Marine Resources Division
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/28/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: KC34
Position Number:: 60016955
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 7AM to 3:30PM; on-call
Pay Grade: GEN06
Hiring Range - Min.: $37,945.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $48,300.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
This employee will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, controlling, and repairing electromechanical systems (e.g. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, lighting, safety systems, and other associated building systems.
Job Duties Include:

• Maintaining electromechanical systems in working order by performing preventative maintenance to maximize equipment efficiency, minimize downtime, and maintain reliability, performance and lifespan.
• Performing repairs in-house or working with vendors for timely repairs.
• Identifying potential system inefficiencies and working with vendors, utilities, and CP manager on improvements.
• Replacing filters in all air handler systems including greasing and belt inspections.
• Maintaining emergency generators and performing weekly test runs.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, pleasant, and well functioning workplace for program staff office spaces (HVAC, lighting, icemakers, etc.)
• Making daily rounds, and taking and logging readings to ensure proper function of gauges and equipment.
• Monitoring major building systems for normal operation conditions.
• Reporting any safety-related issues and working to resolve issues.
• Ensuring inspection and ongoing compliance with all applicable code and OSHA regulations.
• Using appropriate signage to warn staff of hazard situations and using Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures where required.
• Serving as either primary or secondary after-hours contact (depending on schedule).

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma and two (2) years of experience in a related trades area or general building maintenance.

This position requires being available to perform emergency work seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day when on call.

Preferred Qualifications


Ability to perform heavy manual labor. Ability to lift heavy objects, and climb ladders. Ability to read manuals and schematics, have strong communication skills, and work well as a team. Ability to work in inclement weather. Basic computer skills.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you currently employed with SCDNR?

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Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of experience in a related trades area or general building maintenance?

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• No

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