Building/Grounds Specialist

The Citadel; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement options

Tuition waiver

Tuition exchange

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Community service opportunities

Isle of Palms access

Boat center access

Job summary

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, in Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking two Building/Grounds Specialists to maintain campus grounds and assist with event setup. The roles include mowing, edging, equipment operation, furniture moves, and weekend event support.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and a valid South Carolina driver’s license. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in various conditions and lift heavy objects as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license required.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and operating related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus grounds (mowing, edging, blowing, etc.) using grounds equipment.
• Perform furniture moves campus-wide and for barracks.
• Set up events, including Parades and weekend events (Matriculation, Homecoming, etc.).
• Perform minor repairs/adjustments to grounds equipment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Event setup

Teamwork

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn equipment operation

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina is seeking two Building/Grounds Specialist to work in the Grounds Department. These roles will assist with the maintenance of all of campus grounds as well as assisting with event set up on campus; the responsibilities will include the following:

• Perform grounds/landscape maintenance functions, such as mowing, weed eating, edging, blowing, raking, etc. using grounds related equipment.
• Perform furniture moves and replacements campus-wide and specific to campus barracks.
• Perform event set-ups for various large and small scale events, including Parades and weekend events. Not limited to six weekend events per year: Matriculation, Parents’ Weekend, Homecoming, Accepted Student’s Day, Corp Day and Commencement.
• Perform minor adjustments/repairs to grounds related equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Valid South Carolina Driver's license is required. Must have relevant experience in ground maintenance and operating grounds related equipment to include; weed eaters, mowers and blowers required. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Must be in good health with adequate strength and endurance to perform the required work. Be able to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds and carry them a distance of 50 feet; must be able to work off of elevated platforms Must be able to work with minimum supervision. Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing. Some holiday and weekend work required. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in temperature and humidity extremes including inclement weather. Operates vehicles, various lawn and grounds.

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.