Trident Technical Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $52,100.00 - $70,300.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 26107
Agency: Trident Technical College
Opening Date: 08/09/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: KA30
Position Number:: 61161782
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN09
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 843.574.6201.Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Trident Technical College is seeking a dedicated Building & Grounds Manager to lead the planning, maintenance, and beautification of campus landscapes and building exteriors across all college locations. This role provides leadership to the grounds team, manages service contracts, and ensures safe, welcoming, and well-maintained outdoor environments that support students, employees, and visitors.
This position reports to Facilities leadership and plays a key role in emergency preparedness and response.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and train grounds staff to maintain safe, clean, and visually appealing campus landscapes and building exteriors
• Plan and oversee routine and long-term maintenance of green spaces, hardscapes, walkways, parking areas, rooftops, signage, lighting, ponds, and wetlands
• Develop and implement campus beautification, sustainability, and conservation initiatives, including wetland mitigation efforts
• Manage service contracts, including writing specifications, monitoring performance, and coordinating inspections
• Conduct site and roof inspections; prepare work orders, maintenance plans, and budget estimates
• Hire, evaluate, and discipline staff as needed; maintain position descriptions and training documentation
• Maintain accurate records and reports; manage purchasing card and credit card transactions in compliance with college policies
• Serve as essential personnel for emergency preparedness and response, including after-hours and weekend on-call rotations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum and Additional Requirements
This position requires an associate degree in horticulture or a closely related field, along with at least three (3) years of managerial or supervisory experience directly related to grounds or landscape operations. A valid South Carolina driver's license is required. The selected candidate must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain within one year of hire, a South Carolina pesticide license/Commercial Grounds Applicator license.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and experience maintaining large, diverse landscapes such as college campuses, resorts, wetlands, or golf courses. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of landscape engineering and design principles, groundskeeping and maintenance standards, relevant safety practices, and personnel, procurement, and budgeting practices within state government. Experience with on-the-job training and staff development is also desirable. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and customer service skills are essential for success in this role.
Additional Comments
To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 843.574.6201.
Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.
Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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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TTC: Please note that applicants are required to submit transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable)to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without transcripts will be considered incomplete and not accepted. Have you attached a copy of your transcripts? Unofficial transcripts may be attached, mailed to (Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed 843.574.6682 to the Human Resources Office.

• Yes
• No
• Current TTC employee/Transcripts are on File

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TTC: Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application online. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing salary and work history or education and reference sections of the employment application.Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Is your application complete and reflects the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

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TTC: Are you currently employed with Trident Technical College?

• Yes: Full-Time Faculty
• Yes: Full-Time Staff
• Yes: Part-time Adjunct Faculty
• Yes: Part-time Staff
• Yes: Other
• No: Not currently employed with TTC

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