Maintenance Technician Jobs in South Carolina

A Maintenance Technician in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing various equipment, machines, and systems. They perform preventative maintenance, inspect machinery for potential issues, diagnose problems, and carry out necessary repairs or replacements. A Maintenance Technician might also be involved in the installation and setup of new equipment or systems. They often work with electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems among others. Their work is crucial in ensuring efficient operations and safety in various establishments such as factories, offices, apartments, and commercial spaces.

Important skills for a Maintenance Technician include problem-solving, mechanical skills, physical stamina, and technical knowledge in areas such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They should also have good communication skills for effectively interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and clients. A Maintenance Technician should also be able to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints. Relevant certifications such as Certified Maintenance Technician (CMT), Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT), or a certificate in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Maintenance Technician, a person might have roles such as Maintenance Assistant, Handyman, or an Apprentice in a specific trade like electrician or plumber.

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Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Performs expert level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: observing devises in operation to location root cause of...

. · Experience in predictive technologies, precision alignments, and general maintenance of applicable process equipment. · Understands electrical, mechanical, fluid power and control systems....

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Performs mid to expert-level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: observing devices in operation to locate the root cause...

First Shift HVAC Technician

  • Hardeeville, SC
  • 24 days ago
  • Hardeeville, SC
  • 24 days ago

maintenance procedures and techniques....

006394-Maint Mechanic I (Preventative Maintenance Technician)

  • Mauldin, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mauldin, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us: Heidelberg Materials is one of the worlds largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Building Maintenance Technician

  • Beaufort, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Beaufort, SC
  • 4 days ago

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team at Mossy Oaks Village, a 96 unit apartment community in Beaufort, South Carolina....

Maintenance Technician - Mossy Oaks Village

  • Beaufort, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Beaufort, SC
  • 20 days ago

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team at Mossy Oaks Village, a 96 unit apartment community in Beaufort, South Carolina....

Fire Service Technician

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 13 days ago

Be part of the future! We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that propel the world forward. We hope you will join our diverse team of top people you...

Fire Alarm Installer

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 2 days ago

What you will do This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing fire alarm systems and other related building system products at...

Fire Alarm Service Technician

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Maintenance Tech

  • Fairfax, SC
  • moments ago
  • Fairfax, SC
  • moments ago

maintenance....

Highway Maintenance Worker II- Medium Equipment Operator (61033671)

  • Abbeville, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Abbeville, SC
  • 2 hours ago

Performs skilled manual labor and operates equipment such as tandem dump truck in hauling materials and equipment for various maintenance activities in the repair and preservation of state roads...

Highway Maintenance Worker - Medium Equipment Operator (61034663)

  • Florence, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 2 hours ago

Operates medium duty equipment including a tandem dump truck for pulling a trailer and hauling materials such as asphalt, dirt, limestone, etc., to and from job sites. Operates medium duty...

Highway Maintenance Worker - Crew Leader (61034569)

  • Georgetown, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Georgetown, SC
  • 2 hours ago

Operates backhoe cleaning ditches, installing sideline and crossline pipes in the Andrews Section Shed area. Assists with maintaining and installing driveways on primary and secondary roads in...

General Maintenance Technician III

  • Greenwood, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Greenwood, SC
  • 2 hours ago

Must have a strong background in general maintenance skills. Prefer supervisory skills and facilities maintenance related certifications/licensure....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

Moving to South Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about South Carolina below.


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Amazon maintenance technician candidates will take one of two tests in their hiring process: The Amazon Ramsay Maintenance Technician Test is a highly professional test conducted exclusively for...
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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in South Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in South Carolina offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in South Carolina
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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