Building/Grounds Specialist III

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement plans

Deferred compensation

Discount programs

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain DJJ properties, focusing on pruning, planting and general grounds care, while ensuring all equipment remains in good working order. You will perform mowing, trimming and plant care in high-traffic areas, coordinate basic repair work, and assist with related duties as required by the Building/Grounds Supervisor.

This role operates in a secure facility environment around youth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and custodial or groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment.
• Valid driver's license and be 21 years of age.
• Knowledge of maintaining grounds; including trimming of shrubs, bushes and trees.
• Grounds maintenance equipment/repair.
• Good oral communication skills a must.
• Extended work hours as workload dictates.
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders, squatting, and lifting 40 pounds or more unassisted.
• Must maintain a valid SC Driver's license.
• Working in adverse weather conditions and responding to emergencies as needed.
• Must be able to work in a secured facility, around incarcerated youth.
• Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
• Preferred: high school diploma and at least 5 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• General grounds maintenance across the property (mowing, trimming, blowing).
• Planting, pruning and caring for ornamental plants on site; focus on high-traffic areas.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Plant care

Oral communication

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

Mission

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Building/Grounds Supervisor, this position will be responsible for skilled horticulture work on the Department of Juvenile Justice property to include pruning, planting, troubleshooting and general work regarding maintenance. Responsible for ensuring all equipment assigned is maintained in working condition and assists in basic repairs of equipment.

Job Responsabilities

• Responsible for general grounds maintenance across the property of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (SCDJJ) such as mowing, trimming, and blowing off of hard surfaces.
• Responsible for planting, pruning and caring for ornamental plants on site. Ensures that high traffic areas around SCDJJ are maintained with focus on ornamental plants that work best for each facility.
• Makes recommendations regarding necessary work projects within areas assigned and assists with that work.
• Confers with staff and supervisors to coordinate repair activities.
• Responsible for all trash removal in assigned area.
• Performs other related job duties as required by the Building/Grounds Supervisor and Horticultural Manager.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and custodial or groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment. Must hold a valid driver's license and be 21 years of age.
• Knowledge of maintaining grounds; including but not limited to trimming of shrubs, bushes and trees.
• Grounds maintenance equipment/repair.
• Good oral communication skills a must.
• This position will require extended work hours as work load dictates.
• This position will require bending stooping, climbing ladders, squatting, and lifting of 40 pounds or more unassisted regularly.
• Must maintain a valid SC Driver's license.
• This position will require working in adverse weather conditions and will respond to emergencies as needed.
• Must be able to work in a secured facility, around incarcerated youth.
• This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma and at least 5 years of related experience (Horticulture, Groundskeeping, Landscaping).

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.