General Maintenance Tech III

General Maintenance Tech III Full Time JR-10745 JOB SUMMARY: Performs apprentice level work for multi-skilled trades and does related duties requiring basic professional skills and technical knowledge. Progresses from entry through advanced semi-skilled abilities by proven service and successful trade related vocational instruction. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB DUTIES: 15% Plumbing: Unstops, changes, replaces or re-hangs commercial toilets, urinals, and sinks. Tests and replaces failed valves and parts. Clears drains with manual or powered auger as needed. Performs routine maintenance of emergency eyewashes and showers. 10% Electrical Systems Management: Traces circuits to isolate problems. Tests and changes failed circuit breakers, identifying voltages. Changes bulbs, ballasts, switches and receptacles. Measures current flow (Amps) to verify proper motor operation. Repairs 3-way and 4-way switch circuits. Checks and sets official building clocks. Tests emergency lighting and batteries. 50% Preventative Maintenance, Trades Training and Development: Performs corrective and preventive maintenance for university buildings, serving as assistant and/or primary maintenance representative for the Facilities division. Performs multiskilled tasks as on-the-job training under the direction of a Journeyman or Master trades worker when appropriate. Completes on-the-job training and related educational instruction as outlined in multi-skilled apprenticeship program. 10% Carpentry: Repairs latches, locks, weather-stripping, door issues, windows, window blinds and window frames. Reattaches loose or missing cove base, repairs damaged or missing VCT, LVT, and laminate flooring. Replaces damaged or stained ceiling tile and repairs minor damages in drop ceiling grid. 15% HVAC Systems Management: Perform preventive maintenance as directed and scheduled minor repairs on fan coils, air handlers, and re/pre-heat coils. Checks and changes filters, oil and grease bearings. Changes motors if repair is impractical, cleaning and re-insulating per standard procedures. Unstops or replaces condensate drains. Diagnosis, replaces, and calibrates bad pneumatic thermostats. Checks and changes industrial drive belts. Assists in changing bearings. Checks and greases pumps. Performs preventive maintenance and repair on air compressors to include crank cases, regulators, and dryer repair. JOB CODE: KC35 EMPLOYEE TYPE: Regular FTE Staff Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and general maintenance experience related to the area of employment. RESPONSIBILITIES: JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Not responsible for supervising employees. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Recognize or inspect visually: 65% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 60% Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 70% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 70% Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 25% Extends hands or arms in any direction: 70% Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 70% Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 55% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 50% Walk or move about: 75% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 50% Stand for Prolonged Period: 70% WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 5% Burn hazards: 20% Radiant hazards: 10% Chemical hazards: 10% Mechanical hazards: 50% Vibration: 25% Noise: 60% Exposure to heat or cold: 70% Overnight travel: 5% Electrical hazards: 20% Wet and/or humid: 50% Exposure to dust/fumes: 50% WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 40 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: Expected Salary Range $39,300 - $44,256 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines. ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL: Emergency Response - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call. JOB LOCATION: Seneca, SC APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 20, 2026 MILITARY AND VETERAN: Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with any questions or issues. CLOSING STATEMENT: Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr