Custodial Manager

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking a Custodial Manager to coordinate and supervise janitorial staff, including temporary and contracted personnel, and oversee daily janitorial operations. Under the Assistant Director of Facilities, you will ensure safety compliance, read and implement safety documents, and maintain high standards of cleanliness across facilities.

Strong planning, communication, and independent work are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Oversee technical work and skills of staff.
• Read and interpret safety documents.
• Work independently and perform detailed work.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of safety practices relevant to facilities operations.
• Commitment to compliance with policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise janitorial staff and contracted personnel.
• Manage day-to-day operations of janitorial services.
• Ensure adherence to safety practices and OSHA requirements.
• Monitor performance and provide guidance to staff.
• Plan and prioritize workload to meet service levels.

Skills

Planning & Organizing

Verbal & Written Communication

Staff Supervision

Safety Compliance

Independent Work

Analytical Reasoning

Safety Documentation

Policy & Regulation Knowledge

Job description

Custodial Manager Department: SOMC Facilities Management Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

Under general supervision from the Assistant Director of Facilities, the Custodial Manager coordinates and supervises janitorial staff, including Floyd School of Medicine employees, temp-to-hire, and/or contract-based personnel. Manages the day-to-day operations of janitorial services. Demonstrates compliance with regard to safety practices and requirements as outlined by the University of South Carolina, Floyd School of Medicine, and OSHA policies, procedures and regulations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be capable of planning, organizing and prioritizing work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to oversee the technical work and skill sets of staff.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and perform detailed work.
• Good reasoning skills needed.
• Knowledge of safety practices relevant to the area of employment.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.

Job Close Date

09/03/2026

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.