Maintenance Ranger
State of South Carolina - Columbia, SC
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Salary: $33,679.00 Annually Location : Aiken County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 185514 Agency: Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Division: Aiken State Park Opening Date: 02/23/2026 Closing Date: 3/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Residency Requirement: No Class Code:: LB10 Position Number:: 61128827 Normal Work Schedule:: Other Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Full-time, 40 hours per week rotating schedule including weekends and holidays. Pay Grade: GEN02 Hiring Range - Min.: $38,057.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $38,057.00 Opening Date: 02/23/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: 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 nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. A State application MUST be submitted electronically through thewebsite. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Set along the South Edisto River, Aiken State Park is a haven for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. A scenic 1.7-mile canoe and kayak trail winds its way down the south fork of the Edisto River, attracting paddlers from across the region. Aiken State Park has a history as notable as its natural beauty. During the Great Depression, the park was built by two Civilian Conservation Corps companies, one of which was an African-American detachment of the C.C.C. Their work has withstood the test of time and can still be seen in some of the remaining structures and interpretive signage. Job Purpose and Duties: Under general supervision, assists with overall operation and maintenance of a State Park. Performs diversified duties asgoverned by general instruction, policies and standard operating procedures of the Department. Assumes theresponsibilities of the Park Manager in the absence of higher level employees. Performs duties necessary formaintenance and upkeep of state parks to include repair and construction of facilities, operation and repair of motorizedequipment, grounds keeping, and landscaping activities. Assists with the administration and operation of a state park;and assist park visitors with quality customer service. 1) Performs maintenance and repairs on vehicles and motorized equipment. Performs preventative maintenance onfacilities and equipment. Keeps maintenance records. 2) Maintains a safe work environment for employees and visitors. 3) Assists with park administrative duties in accordance with Department policy and procedures and planning of longand short-term goals. 4) Performs and directs clean-up and housekeeping activities to ensure the attractiveness and cleanliness of parkgrounds and facilities. 5) Ensures an adequate supply of janitorial and common maintenance supplies are on hand at all times. 6) Collect and account for revenue and produce required reports. 7) Practice and promote teamwork within the park and/or region, throughout the agency and with external agencystakeholders. Represents office as an active member on agency teams assigned throughout the year. Minimum and Additional Requirements High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of general maintenance experience. Additional Requirements: 1) Ability to read and understand written procedures and directions; have the ability to perform simple accounting andadministrative duties as required. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to operate a variety of powertools. 2) Must possess a valid South Carolina Driver's License. 3) Position requires medium to heavy lifting, walking, and standing on uneven terrain, crawling, and working at heights.Exposure to weather conditions, cleaning agents, and other materials and substances used in maintaining park facilitiesand grounds. Position works flexible work schedule, including weekends and holidays. Comfortable using Windows, MSOffice, and working with data entry on computers. Will be required to clean and maintain cabins, campgrounds, and day-use facilities. Additional Comments Actual Job Location: Aiken State Park Full-time, 40 hours per week rotating schedule including weekends and holidays. The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.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 How did you hear about this position? State Career Website, careers.sc.gov Higher Education Institution Indeed.com Social Media -Please specify platform below. 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Created: 2026-03-04