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General Maint. Tech III (#015026) Lieber Correctional Inst, Ridgeville (DORCHESTER) Level 3

State of South Carolina
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/8/2026
Job Responsibilities

  • Under general supervision, ensures proper maintenance and preventive maintenance is performed on all institutional security equipment (mechanical locks, electrical locks, cell door locks, including maximum security component and door mechanisms).
  • Checks, maintains, and repairs all security fire doors.
  • Reviews/approves requisitions for supplies/equipment associated with the maintenance and repair of security equipment and prepares cost estimates for same.
  • Initiates requisition for tools, security keys/locks, and materials for maintenance of security equipment.
  • Maintains and controls spare parts for making emergency repairs.
  • Serves in "on-call" status on rotating basis and is expected to take care of minor problems in other areas (plumbing, heating/ventilation and air conditioning, etc).
  • Directly supervises inmate workers.

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

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.sc.gov

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma and trades experience related to the area of employment. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis for basis.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

  • A high school diploma and 3 years professional experience in institutional general maintenance, construction, and repair.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of 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.

01

Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

  • Yes
  • No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

04

How would you describe your level of education?

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Some College
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate
  • None of the Above

05

How much professional experience do you have in institutional general maintenance, construction, and repair?

  • Less than a year.
  • 1 year, less than 2
  • 2 years less than 3
  • 3 years less than 4
  • 4 years less than 5
  • 5 years less than 6
  • 6 years less than 7
  • 7 years less than 8
  • 8 years less than 9
  • 9 years less than 10
  • 10 or more years
  • None of the above
  • Required Question

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