Maintenance Supervisor

The University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Facilities and Maintenance, Finance, Funding, Groundskeeping, Hand Tools, Health Insurance, Inventory Management, Leadership, Life Insurance, Maintenance Services, Military, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), People Management, Preventative Maintenance, Project/Program Coordination, Property Maintenance, Quality Monitoring, Research Grants, Safety Standards, Scholarship, Staff Training, Technical Support, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)

LOCATION

Columbia, SC

POSTED

Today

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
STA00334PO26

Job Family
Building and Grounds Maintenance

Job Function
Facilities Maintenance

USC Market Title
Maintenance Supervisor

Link to USC Market Title

Job Level
T4 - Technical Support

Business Title (Internal Title)
Maintenance Supervisor

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance

Department
DAF Parking and Transportation Services

State Pay Range
G08

USC Market Range
MRE - $48,726 $59,689 $70,653

Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Work Schedule

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

Basis
12 months

Job Search Category
Transportation/Parking

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the maintenance, safety, and functionality of campus parking facilities, ensuring a clean, well-organized, and user-friendly environment. This role supervises staff, coordinates daily operations, and supports the completion of maintenance and improvement projects. The position also ensures effective wayfinding, proper signage, and collaboration with internal teams and contractors. This position will require employee to drive and operate State of University owned vehicle.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of parking facility operations, including traffic flow and safety standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance practices, including preventive maintenance and repair Knowledge and use of tools, equipment, and materials used in maintenance work (e.g., pressure washers, hand and power tools)

Communication skills for interacting with staff, contractors, and campus stakeholders.

Ability to lead and supervise a crew, including training, scheduling, and ensuring productivity.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Facilities Maintenance, Safety & Appearance
Oversee and participate in the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of parking facilities, including garages, surface lots, and stairwells. Coordinate and perform preventive maintenance, pressure washing, painting preparation, and pavement markings to ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and visually compliant with university standards.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
35

Job Duty

Parking Facilities Evaluation & Wayfinding Management
Evaluate campus parking garages and surface lots to ensure wayfinding systems, signage, and traffic flow are accurate, visible, and easily understood by customers. Identify deficiencies and implement corrective actions to improve navigation, accessibility, and user experience.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
25

Job Duty

Crew Leadership & Work Coordination
Lead and supervise assigned maintenance staff by coordinating training, scheduling, and daily work assignments. Monitor productivity and quality of work, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining safety standards and efficient use of resources.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
25

Job Duty

Project Coordination & Inventory Management
Coordinate with internal departments and external contractors to support maintenance and improvement projects. Maintain inventory of parking and traffic control equipment, ensuring adequate supplies, proper usage, and accountability.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
15

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
Yes

Hazardous weather category
Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date
05/12/2026

Job Close Date
06/26/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please include all work experience, along with detailed duties and responsibilities for each position.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. 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.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 26, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

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EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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