General Maintenance Technician III / Facilities ...

Salary: $48,135.00 - $50,813.00 Annually Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 185218 Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles Division: Facilities Management Opening Date: 02/24/2026 Closing Date: 3/16/2026 5:00 PM Eastern Residency Requirement: Yes Class Code:: KC35 Position Number:: 60029464 Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: GEN07 Hiring Range - Min.: $48,135.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $50,813.00 Opening Date: 02/12/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. March 16. 2026. A resume may be included but will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of an incomplete application. You will be notified of scheduled interviews and also the final disposition of the job. If you are having technical difficulties submitting your applications online and need assistance, please contact 1-855-524-5627. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Are you a multi-crafted skilled technician? Have you always wanted to train to become a skilled General Maintenance Tech? Then we may have the job for you! We are seeking a motivated maintenance professional to join our team. If you're ready to put your amazing skills to work to help our agency function at its best, we can't wait to meet you! Employee must reside in one of the following counties: Sumter, Clarendon, Williamsburg, Florence, Darlington, Marlboro, Dillon, Marion, Horry and Georgetown. Responsibilities of the Facilities Maintenance Technician Performs hands on experience in all disciplines of maintenance, custodial and horticulture services as needed. Provide preventative maintenance (PM) as directed or according to any PM programs adopted the Agency. Becomes familiar with contractual limitations on maintenance repairs of any leased facilities in your region. Performs a walk-around inspection of the facility upon arrival and removes trash and debris as needed. Performs monthly inspections of facilities, per the monthly inspection checklist in the Facility Binder. Annotate discrepancies and inform supervisor of urgent matters. Communicate with branch manager to ensure they are aware on all matters in their facility. Monitors activities of contractors/suppliers as needed ensuring the procured goods and services are provided accurately. Evaluating present and future maintenance requirements for agency properties. Assists in the preparation of programs that determine: deferred maintenance, cost analysis and preventive maintenance. Completes assigned safety training. Reviews information on unfamiliar equipment prior to use. Asks for clarification as needed. Maintains all issued equipment in a safe and professional manner. Respond to emergency calls on a 24 hour basis. Performs all other duties as assigned by manager. Minimum and Additional RequirementsMinimum RequirementsHigh 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 or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted with prior approval. Agency RequirementsMust complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing. A high school diploma or equivalent and trades experience related to the area of employment. Additional RequirementsGeneral knowledge and ability to perform all areas of building maintenance, minor construction, custodial and horticulture. A working knowledge of State Procurement regulations is a plus. Have a basic knowledge of how to operate a PC and the ability to learn to use the work order software provided. Interpret working drawing and blueprints. Complete safety training as assigned. Knowledge of what personal protective equipment is needed and wear it when performing tasks. HVAC and Electrical knowledge is preferred. Project a professional attitude. Effectively communicate orally and in writing. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision performing various trades tasks. Must be able to make independent decisions as required and be able to prioritize workloads, when necessary, in order to meet schedules and goals. Employee works out of assigned DMV office; assigned an area of responsibility but may work outside area as needed. Maintain a valid SC driver's license. Physically able to bend, lift 50lbs., climb ladders & work in confined spaces; carry a state phone; on call 24/7; work extended hours on occasion/short notice; overnight travel may be required. This position is based at SCDMV Headquarters in Blythewood, SC, and may require occasional travel throughout the state, including travel to SCDMV Headquarters for meetings or training sessions. Preferred QualificationsAgency Preferred A high school diploma with a minimum of five (5) years experience directly related to the area of employment of diversified building maintenance experience. Must live in or relocate to one of the counties in their assigned Region. Additional CommentsWhat's in it for you? At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and our communities. The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week) 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees) An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household So what are you waiting for? Come be a part of a fast-growing, dynamic agency, and join a team that offers an opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career! Additional Comments The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), 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. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. 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 I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission of information or data may result in exclusion from further consideration or, if hired, termination of employment. By answering "yes" I agree that I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and accurate. Yes 02 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent and trades experience related to the area of employment? Yes No 03 If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please detail your education and explain your experience. 04 If you answered "No" to the above question, please describe how your education and experience are relevant to this position and meets the requirements of this job. 05 Do you live in the Sumter, Clarendon, Williamsburg, Florence, Darlington, Marlboro, Dillon, Marion, Horry or Georgetown counties be willing to relocate? Yes No 06 This position has a salary of $48,135.00 and is nonnegotiable. Will you accept this salary if offered this position? (Internal Candidates will retain performance retention increases in accordance with the agency pay policy). Yes No 07 Are you willing to do Statewide travel? Yes No 08 Are you willing to carry an agency cellphone, work a flexible schedule based on need and do occasional overnight travel as required? Yes No 09 Are you physically able to lift 50 pounds or more? Yes No 10 Are you able to perform maintenance and repair task such as carpentry, grounds maintenance, parking lots, organizing storage buildings, locksmith, electricity, HVAC, plumbing and painting? Yes No 11 If the answer to the above question is "Yes", please include your level of experience with these tasks. 12 Are you able to stand, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces? Yes No 13 Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please provide the license number and the state in which the license was issued. (Example DL#987654321 / State Issued: Georgia) 14 Please enter your name exactly as it appears on your Social Security Card. 15 Are you currently a SCDMV employee? Yes No 16 Have you worked previously for the DMV or another State Agency? Yes, DMV Yes, another State Agency No 17 If the answer to question #15 or #16 is "yes", please include what agency, what state, what facility, what department, address/location, current/former reporting manager, dates of employment, job title, job responsibilities/duties, reason for leaving. (If No, put N/A) 18 Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214 (Member Page 4 or Service Copy 2) with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04