"Trades Specialist"

Trades Specialist

The Citadel's Facilities and Engineering department is looking for a skilled trades person to join their team! We are looking for a skilled trades person to work on a variety of campus projects.

Job Responsibilities:

The Citadel's Facilities and Engineering department is looking for a skilled trades person to join their team! This role works independently and must have a variety of trades aptitudes. This role will be responsible for the following:

• Inspect assigned buildings on a daily basis looking for and noting immediate and future repairs. Schedule all repairs in a timely fashion.
• Perform all repairs with a high degree of skill so that the end result meets or exceeds original design and is safe, functional and esthetically pleasing to the eye.
• Repairs include but are not limited to, replacement of worn or damaged parts of mechanical, plumbing; electrical, carpentry, drywall and painting on all Citadels owned or leased properties and equipment.
• Maintains a small inventory and accountability of parts and materials used most frequently.
• Maintains good communication with building coordinators and department representatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED and four years' experience in related trade areas (carpentry, plumbing, electrical repair and painting) or general building maintenance. Valid South Carolina driver's license required. Must have full use of all extremities and be able to stoop, kneel, bend and work from ladders, scaffolding, roofs and multi structured buildings. Must have the ability to properly lift 50 pounds and carry a minimum of 25 feet. Must be able to work in confined spaces and in areas that may be poorly ventilated. Work conditions may require working in adverse weather conditions and varying temperatures. Some overtime and weekend work will be required.

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Tuition Exchange Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Read more about our benefits, on our HR website

About The Citadel College

The Citadel, also known as the Military College of South Carolina, is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston, you are close to great restaurants, shopping and much more. Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report, 2022) for schools with up to a master's degree, the opportunities are endless.

There are about 2,300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets, 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors, 57 Minors, pre-health professions, and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1,000 students attend the Graduate College, evening and online programs.

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