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

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

Job summary

Clemson University in Clemson, SC is seeking a dedicated Custodian to perform routine housekeeping duties as part of a skilled team. You will handle sweeping, mopping, floor care, and general cleaning across campus buildings.

The role includes inventory support, equipment maintenance, on-call response, and participation in safety trainings. A high school diploma and custodial experience are preferred; standard hours are 40 per week with salary around $30,700-$33,846.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial or housekeeping work.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping duties across assigned areas, including sweeping, mopping, and floor care.
• Assist in inventory, ordering, and distribution of supplies.
• Support inspections and logging records for safety compliance.
• Respond to on-call and emergency requests as needed.

Skills

Housekeeping

Custodial

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Inventory management

Education

High School or Equivalent

Custodial Certification

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

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.

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.