Class B License, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Leadership, Life Insurance, Operations Control, Preventative Maintenance, Public Works, Retirement Plan, Software Patches, Team Player, Vision Plan
Trades Technician I - PW 7/6/26
Salary
$20.62 Hourly
Location
3681 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, SC
Job Type
Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Job Number
PW211143
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
07/06/2026
Description
Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for highly motivated, safety-minded individuals who enjoy working outdoors to join our team!
Be a part of improving the quality of life for citizens, businesses, and visitors of Charleston County.
We offer competitive salary, great benefits package to include: paid holidays, vacation, sick, maternity, and parental leave, as well as training and advancement opportunities.
HIRING SALARY: $20.62 Per Hour
OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties And Responsibilities: A position is available on our Support Services Crew. See below for a general description.
- Support Services - Primary responsibilities include operating the asphalt patch truck, Switch-N-Go truck, sweeper truck, and water truck. The role will also assist with traffic sign projects, fueling operations, traffic control, road marking, and other support services as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma (or GED)
- Ability to comprehend and execute written and verbal instructions
- Willingness to provide good customer service
- Ability to safely operate hand tools and power equipment using proper PPE
- Assist with preventative maintenance of equipment and vehicles
- Maintain a clean and safe crew area; as well as other related duties as assigned
- Must be safety-minded and be able to work well in a demanding, team-oriented environment
- Ability to lift 55 lbs.
- Reliable transportation to get to work
- Valid SC Driver's License and ability to obtain CDL B within 6 months of hire
- Available to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
For more information, visit our benefits page.
Employer Charleston County Government
Address 4045 Bridge View Dr
Charleston, South Carolina, 29405
Phone 843-958-4700
Website http://www.charlestoncounty.org
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Charleston County South Carolina