Auto Body Mechanic (#016536) Vehicle Management, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Auto Body Repair Technician

This listing closes on 9/9/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer: State of South Carolina

Salary: $60,316.00 - $62,322.00 Annually

Location: Richland County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 016536

Agency: Department of Corrections

Division: Vehicle Management/Maintenance

Opening Date: 09/01/2026

Closing Date: 9/9/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Class Code: KD18 Position Number: 016536 Normal Work Schedule: Other Pay Grade: GEN08

Hiring Range - Min. $60,316.00 Hiring Range - Max. $62,322.00

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures: Department of Corrections

Note: This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Normal Work Schedule (Other): Work Time: Monday - Friday (8:00AM - 4:00PM) Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs. Shift/Work Schedule: 02 Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, perform the techniques and methods used in repairing or replacing component parts of an automobile body, providing auto body repair estimations and visualizing the finished product to acceptable standards.

Perform general auto-body repairs.

Operate the proper tools used in automobile body repairs.

Possess the knowledge of the basic fundamentals of metallurgy.

Supervise inmate workers and provide training in the basic fundamentals of metallurgy while ensuring the security of the paint booth and equipment is in accordance with agency policies.

Provide on-call emergency 24-hour recovery services for all agency vehicles.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina: Minimum Requirements: Work experience involving the independent performance of job duties directly related to the area of employment SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A high school diploma and five (5) years' experience in auto body repair.
• Must obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) within six (6) months of employment.

Must possess a class B CDL with P - Endorsement within 6 months of employment

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

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.