Building/Grounds Specialist Custodial

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 30,700 - 33,846; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Building/Grounds Specialist Custodial to join a skilled team responsible for routine custodial duties and floor care in assigned areas. The role emphasizes safe cleaning practices and efficient service delivery across campus facilities.

The position requires 1+ year of custodial or housekeeping experience, with a high school diploma or equivalent; custodial certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial, housekeeping or pest control work directly related to area.
• Work Exp 1+ years.

Responsibilities

• 60% - Housekeeping: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, scrubbing and polishing floors; floor care such as waxing and buffing.
• 20% - Inspecting and Data Management: participate in building inspections and record safety guidance and product tests.
• 10% - Inventory and Equipment Maintenance: assist in inventory, ordering, restocking and restroom checks.
• 10% - Training and On-Call Support: complete custodial training and respond to emergencies, weekends, and snow callbacks.

Skills

Custodial experience

Housekeeping experience

Pest control exposure

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Custodial Services Certification

Job description

Building/Grounds Specialist Custodial

Full Time

JR-00040

Performs routine institutional custodial duties as a part of a team of skilled custodians. Assists in maintaining inventory and ordering and distributing supplies in assigned area. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• 60% - Essential - Housekeeping: Performs housekeeping duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, scrubbing, and polishing floors in assigned area. Performs floor care, such as waxing, buffing, and dry and wet stripping floors. Uses buffing machine, wet-and-dry vacuum and roto washer. Shampoos carpet using a carpet extractor.
• 20% - Essential - Inspecting and Data Management: Accompanies supervisor while conducting inspections of buildings. Discusses results with Supervisor. Follows guidance to staff on safety measures, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with established rules and guidelines. Assists in testing new cleaning products and updates records regarding use and performance.
• 10% - Essential - Inventory and Equipment Maintenance: Assists in maintaining inventory, ordering, and distributing supplies in assigned areas. Requests new products as needed. Stays abreast of standards for equipment use. Inspects and restocks restrooms.
• 10% - Essential - Training and On-Call Support: Completes on-the-job training and related educational instruction as outlined in the Custodial training program. Completes University required trainings (online and in person). Responds to emergency, weekend, and snow callbacks.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience - Experience in custodial, housekeeping or pest control work directly related to area.
• Work Exp 1+ years

Preferred Requirements

• Education - High School or Equivalent - Certification in Custodial Services.
• Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000
• Work Exp 3+ years

Hours

• Standard Hours: 40

Expected Salary

• $30,700-$33,846

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.