Mechanic

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Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

Repairs and maintains equipment, including diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, and brakes. Maintains shop and tools. Assists in agronomic activities, including land preparation, chemical application. Operates bulldozer, back hoe, front-end loader, motor grader, combine, and farm tractors. Operates trucks for commodity and equipment hauling. Completes other duties as assigned.

30% - Essential - Equipment and Vehicle Operation:
Operates agriculture and construction equipment including bulldozer, backhoe, front-end loader, motor grader, combine, and large farm tractors. Operates large trucks requiring CDL for hauling farm commodities, equipment, and supplies.

30% - Essential - Maintenance and Repair:
Repairs and maintains agriculture and construction equipment including diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, and brakes. Maintains shop and tools. Performs preventative maintenance service and repairs of vehicle fleet and agricultural equipment for PREC units. Assists with facility maintenance activities.

30% - Essential - Crop Production:
Assists with agronomic activities in support of research, teaching, and public service activities. Assists in land management activities. Operates farm tractors, farm implements, and construction equipment to accomplish activities. Performs other support operations on equipment at PREC properties to facilitate crop and animal research.

10% - Essential - Shop Maintenance and Record Keeping:
Procures parts and supplies to support shop operations including filters, repair parts, tires, lubricants, gasoline, and diesel fuel. Manages shop record keeping system; logs parts orders, process invoices and repair work orders.

Education - Work experience that involved the independent performance of job duties directly related to the area
Licenses - Drivers License Class A CDL; This position requires a Class A CDL. Must have Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)prior to employment. Must complete CDL Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Theory training within 15 working days of hire. Must obtain a a Class A CDL within six (6) months of placement in the position.
Work Experience - 5 years

Education - High School or Equivalent
Certifications - Plant Pesticide License

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

Exposure to heat or cold
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid
Noise
Vibration
Mechanical Hazards
Chemical hazards

Standard Hours: 37.5

Anticipated Salary Range: $39,300 - $42,000

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 Level 2 employee

Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

Anderson, SC

January 5, 2026

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 is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

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.