GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECH II

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Performs multi-skilled and related duties requiring both routine and advanced levels of professional skill and technical knowledge.  Provides training and mentorship for apprentice level employees and may serve as lead for a multi-skilled crew. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems, and performs installations as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.

30% - Essential - Electrical Systems Management:
Traces circuits to isolate problems. Tests and changes failed circuit breakers, identifying voltages. Changes bulbs, ballasts, switches and receptacles. Measures current flow (Amps) to verify proper motor operation. Repairs 3-way and 4-way switch circuits. Checks and sets official building clocks. Tests emergency lighting and batteries. Performs other routine and preventative maintenance.
25% - Essential - HVAC Systems Management:
Perform preventive maintenance as directed and scheduled minor repairs on fan coils, air handlers, and re/pre-heat coils.  Checks and changes filters, oil and grease bearings.  Changes motors if repair is impractical, cleaning and re-insulating per standard procedures.  Unstops or replaces condensate drains.  Diagnosis, replaces, and calibrates bad pneumatic thermostats.  Checks and changes industrial drive belts.  Assists in changing bearings. Checks and greases pumps. Performs preventive maintenance and repair on air compressors to include crank cases, regulators, and dryer repair.
20% - Essential - Plumbing:
Unstops, changes, installs, replaces, or re-hangs commercial toilets, urinals, and sinks. Tests and replaces failed valves and parts. Clears drains with manual or powered auger as needed. Installs drain lines. Performs routine and preventative maintenance on pumps, condensate systems and water heaters.
15% - Essential - Customer Service, Training and Mentor ship and Safety:
Leads, guides, and/or trains other Maintenance Technicians in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing. Provides customer service and communication to meet the need effectively and efficiently, including updating work order tracking system software with notes or data to maintain accurate work flow in real time, as trained. Occasionally cleans high wear areas like door casings, handrails, and other areas as needed. (i.e. high stairwell windows, high ceilings, etc...) Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety
10% - Essential - Carpentry:
Repairs latches, locks, weather-stripping, door issues, windows, window blinds and window frames. Reattaches loose or missing cove base, repairs damaged or missing VCT, LVT, and laminate flooring. Replaces damaged or stained ceiling tile, and repairs minor damages in drop ceiling grid.

Education -  High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Exp 1+ years; Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

  80% - Stand for prolonged period
  20% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  90% - Walk or move about
  50% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
  50% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
  60% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
  90% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  70% - Recognize or inspect visually
  80% - Move, transport, raise or lower
  90% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
  20% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
  90% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

  40% - Exposure to heat or cold
  40% - Exposure to dust/fumes
  35% - Wet or humid
  35% - Noise
  30% - Vibration
  50% - Mechanical hazards
  15% - Chemical hazards
  70% - Electrical hazards
  40% - Burn hazards
  75% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

Standard Hrs: 40

Anticipated Salary Range:($ 33,339.00 - $ 46,578.00)
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Essential Level 2 employee
Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

Clemson, SC

December 12, 2025

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.