Maintenance Staff - 2026

Posting Details

Posting Summary


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Posting Number
TMP00230PO26


Job Code Title
Trades Specialist III


Advertised Title
Maintenance Staff - 2026


Campus
Columbia


College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance


Department
DAF Parking and Transportation Services


Salary
$16.00/hr


Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time


Hours per Week
40


Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Job Search Category
Trades/Maintenance

About USC


About University of South Carolina


The University of South Carolina System is comprised of the state's flagship university in Columbia (founded in 1801 and currently one of the top 50 "Best Colleges" according to U.S. News and World Report), three regional comprehensive universities (USC Aiken, USC Beaufort and USC Upstate), and Palmetto College consisting of four two-year campuses (USC Lancaster, USC Salkehatchie, USC Sumter, USC Union and Fort Jackson/Extended University). Together, the USC System institutions offer more than 450 degree programs on campus and online and are uniquely positioned to meet the state's educational, cultural, health and research needs. The System employs nearly 14,000 people who work daily to improve the lives of students, fellow South Carolinians and the world. Our diverse engaged faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.

Benefits for Temporary Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at

Position Description


Advertised Job Summary


Support daily maintenance operations across parking garages and lots, including power washing, trash and debris removal, and general upkeep of all areas. Assist with managing heavy traffic flow to ensure safe and efficient movement of vehicles. This role plays an essential part in maintaining clean, orderly, and welcoming parking facilities.

Will be require to drive University State vehicle.

Annual Leave and Sick Leave are not included with this temporary position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge using small machinery: power blowers, power washers. etc.
• Current Drivers License

Job Duties


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date
02/20/2026


Proposed End Date
12/18/2026


Job Open Date
02/03/2026


Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicant

This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Please ensure that you include all work experience in your application, along with detailed descriptions of your job duties and responsibilities for each position.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email

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