Commercial Cleaner & Groundskeeper Lead [s]

CBRE Government & Defense Services; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Government & Defense Services in Simpsonville, SC is seeking a Commercial Cleaner & Groundskeeper Lead to supervise daily custodial and grounds tasks across interior and exterior facilities.

This on-site, full-time role requires at least 1 year of supervisory experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication and organizational skills. You will manage cleaning operations, lift heavy loads, and ensure safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Required: 1+ years of prior Shift Manager or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily custodial and grounds maintenance per supervisor.
• Stock bathrooms with toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, and soap.
• Sweep, vacuum, wipe, and mop storage units, hallways, restrooms, elevators, etc.
• Dust furniture, walls, and equipment, including moving and rearranging items as needed.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Job description

Commercial Cleaner & Groundskeeper Lead [s]

Job Category: Laborer

Requisition Number: COMME007655

• Posted : November 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Simpsonville, SC 29681, USA

Description

Job Summary

This position performs routine custodial and grounds maintenance duties to maintain clean, safe, and well-kept interior and exterior facilities in accordance with established procedures and company standards.

Primary Job Functions

Custodial Duties

• Provide daily cleaning support to high‑traffic areas of the building designated by the supervisor.
• Stock bathrooms with toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, and soap.
• Sweep, vacuum, wipe, and mop storage units, hallways, restrooms, elevators, etc.
• Dust furniture, walls, and equipment, including moving and rearranging items as needed.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Ensure that cleaning supplies are stored in a safe, secure area always.
• Complete standardized cleaning processes per company and government contract standards.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Attend regular staff meetings and required in service training sessions.
• Follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Cut grass using walking‑type or riding mowers (less than 2000 lbs).
• Trim hedges and edge around walkways, flower beds, and wells using hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools.
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth using shears and other hand tools.
• Apply fertilizer or insecticide to lawns, shrubs, and trees as directed.
• Plant grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs as part of seasonal or routine landscaping.
• Water lawns and shrubs during dry periods using hoses or sprinkler systems.
• Pick up and dispose of leaves, paper, or other litter to maintain clean outdoor areas.
• Clean comfort stations, office areas, workshop spaces, and parking lots by sweeping, washing, mopping, and polishing as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll need:

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered

Experience

• Required: 1+ years of prior Shift Manager or supervisory experience

Working Conditions:

• Occasional exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, and chemicals

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fulfill the physical requirements associated with this role. This includes stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs. Must be able to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• In-depth understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts withinownfunction and basic knowledge of related job functionsrequired.
• Ability to communicate.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Ability to efficiently complete assigned tasks within designatedtimeframes.
• Reliable and responsible, can work independently or as part of a team.

Disclaimer:

The hourly pay rate for this position is $19.20. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirementsstated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.

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