State of South Carolina
Painter / General Maintenance Technician III / Material Management
State of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
Salary: $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 171897
Agency: Department of Mental Health-Inpatient Services
Opening Date: 12/13/2024
Closing Date: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC35
Position Number:: 60025077
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $40,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $50,000.00
Opening Date: 12/13/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Normal work schedule is 7:30arn-4:00pm, Monday - Friday. Emergency coverage may be required.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health Crafts-Farrow, 7901 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the General Maintenance Technician III, working under general supervision of the Supply Manager II or Supply Manager I, you will maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients located on Inpatient campus. Evaluates intermediate maintenance work requirements as completed. Plans, coordinates and supervises work accomplished and all other related Supply and Support Services as required to ensure quality care for the Northeast, Crafts Farrow State Hospital facilities. Provides liaison support between Inpatient Nursing, Support Staff and Materials Management.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
High school diploma and trades experience related to the area of employment. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis for basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must maintain confidentiality with patient, employees and department information. Must have the ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, bend, climb stairs, move from one area-building to another and lift fifty (50) pounds. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license. May be required to work additional hours in support of patient care and staff during emergency and hazardous weather conditions. Must possess ability to log onto computer and compose and respond emails. Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisory and Immediate staff.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
03
Do you have a high school diploma and trades experience related to the area of employment? Relevantexperience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis for basis.
04
Do you have a current and valid South Carolina driver's license?
05
Do you have a minimum of ten (10) years of commerical painting experience?
06
Do you have beginner computer skills to compose and respond to emails?
07
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
08
How did you hear about our vacancy?
09
If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
10
If you answered "Other" for question #8 above, please indicate from where below:
11
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
12
If you are the selected candidate, are you willing to accept a salary range between $40,000.00 - $50,000.00?
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 171897
Agency: Department of Mental Health-Inpatient Services
Opening Date: 12/13/2024
Closing Date: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC35
Position Number:: 60025077
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $40,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $50,000.00
Opening Date: 12/13/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Normal work schedule is 7:30arn-4:00pm, Monday - Friday. Emergency coverage may be required.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health Crafts-Farrow, 7901 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the General Maintenance Technician III, working under general supervision of the Supply Manager II or Supply Manager I, you will maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients located on Inpatient campus. Evaluates intermediate maintenance work requirements as completed. Plans, coordinates and supervises work accomplished and all other related Supply and Support Services as required to ensure quality care for the Northeast, Crafts Farrow State Hospital facilities. Provides liaison support between Inpatient Nursing, Support Staff and Materials Management.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervises General Maintenance Technician I, to include monitoring work schedule for planning and coordinating of assigned projects.
- Evaluates and prioritizes routine work orders of all S5-C requisitions for interior, intermediate work projects for Inpatient, Northeast campus.
- Monitors the completion of priority and routine work orders identified during Environmental Rounds in assigned facilities to include painting, spackling, patching, priming and repair of walls.
- Supervises the installation of wall covering items. to include bulletin boards, sound boards and pictures for Inpatient Services.
- Purchases or orders all supplies and materials required to accomplish assigned projects. Assists as needed with survey requests for renovations/ changes to buildings before submission to DMH.
- Assists DMH I Inpatient Services Program Administrators by directly handling priority projects related to DMH concerns and plan of actions regarding building usage and condition.
- Assists in renovating patient care areas to comply with Safety Inspections.
High school diploma and trades experience related to the area of employment. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis for basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must maintain confidentiality with patient, employees and department information. Must have the ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, bend, climb stairs, move from one area-building to another and lift fifty (50) pounds. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license. May be required to work additional hours in support of patient care and staff during emergency and hazardous weather conditions. Must possess ability to log onto computer and compose and respond emails. Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisory and Immediate staff.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Six Weeks for mother per year/Two Weeks for partner per year)
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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.
01
Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
- Yes
- No
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Do you have a high school diploma and trades experience related to the area of employment? Relevantexperience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis for basis.
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a current and valid South Carolina driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a minimum of ten (10) years of commerical painting experience?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have beginner computer skills to compose and respond to emails?
- Yes
- No
07
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
- Yes
- No
08
How did you hear about our vacancy?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Simply Hired
- Indeed
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Referral from current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
09
If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
10
If you answered "Other" for question #8 above, please indicate from where below:
11
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
12
If you are the selected candidate, are you willing to accept a salary range between $40,000.00 - $50,000.00?
- Yes
- No
Required Question