State of South Carolina

Trades Specialist V

SALARY

$32,838.00 - $60,760.00 Annually

LOCATION

Richland County, MO

JOB TYPE

FTE - Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

77353

DEPARTMENT

Department of Mental Health-Central Office

OPENING DATE

05/24/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

BARGAINING UNIT

n/a

HIRING RANGE - MAX.

$46,799.00

SALARY

$32,838.00 - $60,760.00 Annually

LOCATION

Richland County, MO

JOB TYPE

FTE - Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

77353

DEPARTMENT

Department of Mental Health-Central Office

OPENING DATE

05/24/2018

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

BARGAINING UNIT

n/a

HIRING RANGE - MAX.

$46,799.00

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Job Responsibilities

The Department of Mental Health is a drug-free workplace.  All candidates will be required to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test.
 
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health Crafts-Farrow, 7901 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203.

Under general supervision inspects, identifies and ensures timely correction of deficiencies relating to environmental, life safety, assurance, patient advocacy and regulatory agencies. Inspects and reviews status of projects as assigned. 

Liaison to DIS for Joint Commission issues, meets with all DHEC, CMS and Joint Commission Inspectors during licensure inspections and accreditation surveys. Corresponds with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) Fire Marshall/DIS Safety Compliance Manager with regards to Fire Life Safety issues connected to Physical Plant Service/Maintenance. Responsible for the testing, repairs and documentation of all Fire Safety Systems for SCDMH in Columbia. Collecting quotes for testing of Fire Life Safety Systems (Fire Alarm Systems, Hood Suppression Systems, Fire and Smoke Damper Testing). 

Supervise, assign, review completed work of subordinates in after hours troubleshooter maintenance, repair assignment, emergency light testing and documentation book for all SCDMH Columbia locations, and semi-annual fire barrier inspections and documentation at all buildings/facilities where patients house or may use on a normal frequency at SCDMH Columbia locations.

Receives all testing documentation checking them thoroughly for completeness and filing them in each facility documentation book. Gathers quotes for found deficiencies and schedule repairs of Fire Life Safety equipment to be completed in a timely manner. Files the repair documents in the facility documentation book with correlating inspection. 

Perform other related duties as required. 

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Requirements: A high school diploma and trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment.

Agency Requirements: High school diploma and four (4) years of building maintenance experience. 

Note:  If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials used in building maintenance, techniques, methods, and practices of the trade. The ability to interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications. Must have good communication and supervisory skills

Additional Comments

Work involves performing skilled duties in the maintaining of building and building equipment. Employee will be required to climb ladders, stoop, bend and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Employee required to work in a variety of environments. Must be willing to work overtime, on-call, and emergency situations.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.  Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.  A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application.  The employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded. 

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees

State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:

Healthcare Benefits
The State offers its employees comprehensive health insurance, along with a variety of supplemental insurance programs including dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and health savings accounts. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered a generous retirement program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as deferred compensation options that give employees more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.

Workplace Benefits
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as tuition assistance; holidays, annual leave, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and
more. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees.

Note: The above benefits 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 based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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Employer
State of South Carolina
Phone
(803) 896-5300
(803) 896-5308
Website
https://gjobs.staging.neogov.net/careers/sc
Address
O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366
Employer
State of South Carolina
Phone
(803) 896-5300
Website
https://gjobs.staging.neogov.net/careers/sc
Address
O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366