Trades Specialist V #2661 (Readvertising Previous Applicants Need Not Apply)

About the Department

Under general supervision, perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment across the main campus and off-site locations.

Conducts monthly life-safety inspections of emergency lighting systems and completes repairs or replacements as needed.

Performs skilled work in building maintenance, renovation, repair, and construction on both routine and emergency bases.

include electrical work as well as plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting, and general maintenance activities.

All work is performed in compliance with applicable codes, laws, accepted trade practices, and safety procedures.

A high school diploma or equivalent and formal training or trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment.

The area of employment includes experience in the construction or repair of secondary electrical systems.

Valid SC driver's license required.

The preferred candidate will have an associate's degree and four (4) years of experience as a journeyman electrician, or a high school diploma and three (3) years of journeyman experience.

Technical, trade, military training, or completion of an electrical apprenticeship is preferred.

Candidates must have experience working with high-voltage systems and demonstrate knowledge of electrical tools, equipment, materials, methods, and best practices.

The position requires the ability to make emergency repairs, read and interpret blueprints and specifications, follow instructions, and plan, direct, and evaluate the work of others.

Candidates must be able to work with minimal or no supervision during emergencies, be available for on-call response outside normal work hours, and serve as essential personnel before, during, and after severe weather or other emergencies, including nights and weekends.

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.

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