General Maintenance Technician III

Job Responsibilities

This employee will be responsible for completing tasks on the Upper Coastal Waterfowl Project. Job duties include:

• Working on Upper Coastal Waterfowl Project properties including: Samworth, Santee Coastal, Santee Delta.
• Efficiently operating a long reach trackhoe.
• Constructing dikes and re-topping dikes as needed.
• Maintaining trackhoe and conducting preventative maintenance.
• Operating other heavy equipment as needed on the Project.
• Assisting with the installation of water control structures.
• Supporting Upper Coastal Waterfowl Project where needed (i.e. hunting, burning and/or maintenance activities).

Minimum and Additional Requirements

High school diploma and four (4) years of experience in a specialized trades area. Ability to obtain a CDL and Captains license.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to proficiently and safely operate a long reach trackhoe. Ability to troubleshoot and make minor repairs to heavy equipment. Ability to work off of mats and in remote areas with the trackhoe. Ability to safely operate a boat and motor. Ability to operate bulldozer, backhoe and other heavy equipment.

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.