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Trades Specialist IV

State of South Carolina
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026
Job Responsibilities

The Facility Maintenance Technician IV performs a variety of skilled and general maintenance duties to support the upkeep, repair, and improvement of facility buildings, equipment, and workspaces. Responsibilities include assisting with facility improvement projects, performing painting and drywall repairs, completing basic carpentry work, installing or repairing insulation around fixtures, and addressing other maintenance needs as assigned. The position helps ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained while supporting daily operations and responding to maintenance requests.

The Facility Maintenance Technician IV is also responsible for moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials throughout the facility as needed to support operational needs, workspace changes, and facility projects. The position utilizes a work order system to document maintenance activities, record completed repairs, track assigned tasks, and communicate the status of work requests. Additional duties may include assisting other maintenance staff with facility projects, identifying maintenance concerns, maintaining an organized work area, and following established safety procedures and guidelines while performing assigned duties.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent and formal training or trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include experience performing complex maintenance and repair tasks in areas such as carpentry, masonry, electricity, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and boiler operation. Experience assisting with miscellaneous facility projects, including painting, drywall, carpentry, and fixture installation, is also preferred. Familiarity with utilizing a work order system to log activities is a plus.

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.

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent and formal training or trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment?

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  • No

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Required documents: CV/resume. I understand that if I did not attach my resume to my application, my application is considered incomplete.

  • Yes
  • No

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If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?

  • Yes
  • No

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Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?

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Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.

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How did you hear about this position?

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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. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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