Trades Specialist IV (REPOST)

Trades Specialist IV (REPOST)

Location

Orangeburg County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

192248

Agency

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

Division

Business Affairs-Physical Plant Operations

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

9/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

KC40

Position Number:

61132590

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Monday-Thursday 7:30am- 5:30pm Friday 7:30am- 1:00pm

Pay Grade

GEN07

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Persons interested in this opportunity must submit a SC State Government Application, resume, and official transcripts if degree is required for position. Applicants may apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov under Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College or www.octech.edu . Paper applications may be downloaded from HERE or picked up from the Human Resources office. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process, please contact Human Resources.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work across multiple trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, equipment maintenance, installations, and general facility repairs to support college operations.
• Utilizes the Physical Plant computerized work order system to document maintenance activities by creating work orders, updating labor and material costs, tracking maintenance actions, and supporting planning, scheduling, and reporting functions.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating and delegating maintenance assignments by helping prioritize requests, directing daily work activities of maintenance staff as assigned, and communicating progress, changes, and completion status.
• Maintains and monitors the Physical Plant's preventive maintenance program by scheduling routine maintenance activities, issuing preventive maintenance work orders, and ensuring the work order system is updated to reflect completed and ongoing activities.
• Utilizes the Plant Department's computerized database to inventory and track maintenance supplies in support of campus operations
• Coordinates testing of college safety systems with outside vendors, including fire alarms, backflow valves, and sprinkler systems, etc..
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor with maintaining the college's key inventory.

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. High School Diploma and four (4) years of directly related experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials and supplies used in facility repairs and maintenance. Ability to comprehend blueprints, plans and specifications. Ability to use computer applications communicate orally and in writing. Ability to use judgement and initiative to complete routine work without constant supervision. Ability to supervise the work of others.

Additional Comments

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, or veteran status.

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.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College Address 3250 St. Matthews Road

Orangeburg, South Carolina, 29118

Phone 803-535-1209

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.