Trades Specialist III

Trades Specialist III

Salary

$37,944.00 - $60,690.00 Annually

Location

Beaufort County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

193847

Agency

Technical College of the Lowcountry

Opening Date

10/08/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Class Code:

KC30

Position Number:

139258 / 61130451

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Monday- Thursday 8:00am-5:30pm Friday 8:00am-11:30am

Pay Grade

GEN06

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Any request for reasonable accommodation to apply for this position should be directed to Human Resources by calling 843-525-8248. A resume and official college transcript for all degrees earned ARE REQUIRED for this position and may be attached to the online application. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

Job Purpose:

Located on our New River Campus in Bluffton, under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Trades Specialist performs skilled maintenance, repairs, groundskeeping, and custodial duties to maintain safe, clean, and functional buildings, grounds, and equipment across multiple college campuses. The position provides team leadership for custodial staff, coordinates supplies, and supports event setups and breakdowns while exercising independent judgment in daily operations.

Job Duties:

• Performs skilled duties of moderate difficulty in the maintenance of buildings. grounds, and equipment to include routine cleaning and grounds maintenance, Team lead duties for custodial staff, primarily at but not limited to the New River and the Culinary Institute of the South campus locations.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and repair tasks on a regular schedule to include but not limited to groundskeeping equipment, electrical fixtures, such as ceiling fans, changing filters, belts, repairing electrical switches, receptacles, light motors, general construction, repairing and painting walls, doors, windows, and drywall installation; makes minor repairs to roofs, plumbing. clearing drains, sinks, sewer lines, toilets. Assist with setups and breakdown for college related special events.
• Performs various domestic cleaning duties to include but not limited to, daily trash removal stripping and finishing of floors: cleaning and stocking of restrooms, extracting/cleaning of carpets. polishing floors using high-speed buffers. Inventory control of cleaning supplies ensuring the facilities are stocked. Act as a team lead for custodial staff.
• Under the general supervision incumbent will be working independently, exercising a high level of discretion in decision-making. In critical situations must contact a supervisor and document situations that may have a significant fiscal impact on the college.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

The Technical College of the Lowcountry offers eligible employees a comprehensive State of South Carolina benefits package. Highlights include:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP), as applicable
• Paid annual leave, sick leave, and state holidays
• Voluntary retirement savings plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and voluntary benefit options
• Professional development opportunities
• Learn more about our employee benefits at: TCL Employee Benefits

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Formal training or trades experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Preferred: A high school diploma and two (2) years directly related work experience; or 10th grade education and four (4) years directly related work experience.

Employee will be expected to respond to the needs of all campus sites with the possibility of 24/7 calls. Duties may entail heavy manual labor, climbing ladders, working from elevated level, and exposure to non-toxic fumes; duties frequently require lifting up to 70 lbs, stooping, bending, and working awkward positions. Tasks involve working with power equipment w/moving parts and possible exposure to hazardous waste materials and caustic substances. Must possess a valid S.C. driver's license and travel to other

Additional Comments

The Technical College of the Lowcountry seeks to be the first choice for higher education in South Carolina's Low Country Region. The college is a public, open door, two-year comprehensive College of higher education. The College is dedicated to serving the diverse educational, workforce development, and personal enrichment needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. In an atmosphere of shared values, the College encourages creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness among its students, faculty, staff, and administrators. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to sex, race/color, religion, national origin, age, disability, service in the uniformed services (as defined by state and federal law), veteran status, political affiliation or belief, marital or family status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation and genetic information.

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 Technical College of the Lowcountry Address P.O. Box 1288

Beaufort, South Carolina, 29901

Phone 843-525-8253

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.