Building/Grounds Specialist Custodial 4:45am - 12:45pm

CLEMU Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a custodial team member to perform routine institutional housekeeping duties and assist in inventory, ordering, and distribution of supplies in assigned areas. The role includes floor care, carpet shampooing, and safe operation of cleaning equipment.

The position requires at least 1+ year of custodial experience and a high school diploma or equivalent, plus a custodial services certification. Standard hours are 40 per week with a salary range listed in the posting.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial, housekeeping or pest control work directly related to area.
• High School or equivalent required; certification in custodial services preferred.
• Driver's License Class D normal & 3+ years work experience (as stated).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Accompanies supervisor during inspections of buildings and discusses results.

Skills

Custodial experience

Safety awareness

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High School or Equivalent

Certification in Custodial Services

Tools

Buffing machine

Wet-dry vacuum

Carpet extractor

Roto washer

Job description

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.

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


• 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.

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.