Volunteer Eastern Fence Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $33,800.00 - $54,100.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 191675
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/2/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: KA15
Position Number:: 61160342; 61160343; 61160344
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN05
Hiring Range - Min.: $33,800.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $43,900.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for performing skilled maintenance, repair, construction, and grounds-keeping activities to ensure South Carolina Department of Natural Resources facilities, equipment, infrastructure, and properties are safe, functional, and well maintained.
Job Duties Include:

• Performing skilled maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance on agency buildings, offices, shops, storage facilities, and associated infrastructure.
• Repairing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, roofing, and other buidling systems as needed to ensure safe and functional facilities.
• Maintaining agency grounds, including mowing, trimming, landscaping, tree and brush removal, fence repair, parking areas, roadsides, and storm debris cleanup.
• Ensuring facilities present a safe, professional appearance for employees and the public.
• Assisting with or leading construction, renovation, and improvement projects, involving buildings, grounds, and infrastructure.
• Reading plans and specifications, estimating material needs, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable codes and agency standards.
• Operating and maintaining a variety of equipment including tractors, skid steers, excavators, zero-turn mowers, chainsaws, utility vehicles, trailers, and hand and power tools.
• Performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and service life.
• Responding to emergencies such as severe weather events, facility failures, and natural disasters to restore operations and ensuring public safety.
• Assisting with agency events, special projects, and other duties as assigned in support of SCDNR's mission.
• Assisting regional wildlife, fisheries, law enforcement, heritage preserve, and administrative staff with a variety of operational duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) years of experience in building maintenance.
Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic building maintenance, repair, construction, and groundskeeping practices.
• Ability to safely operate, maintain, and repair equipment, vehicles, tools and machinery.
• Ability to identify maintenance needs, prioritize work, and complete assignments with limited supervision.
• Ability to follow plans, manuals, and instructions related to repairs, construction, and equipment operation.
• Ability to maintain records and communicate effectively with staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and perform a variety of tasks in support of SCDNR operations.

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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Are you currently employed with SCDNR?

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• No

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Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of experience in building maintenance?

• Yes
• No

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