Custodian

University of South Carolina; Hilltop (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

13 Paid Holidays (including an extra)

Job summary

University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking a Custodian for 2nd shift in Spartanburg, SC. The role requires cleaning and maintenance of multiple campus buildings and週Maintaining floors, restrooms, and common areas. The position is 40 hours per week with possible overtime and weekend rotations.

The job offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, EAP, and 13 paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Typically holds a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires 1+ year of related custodial experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial and housekeeping duties for USC Upstate campus buildings.
• Maintains cleanliness of restrooms, classrooms, lobbies, and common areas.
• Performs general floor maintenance (polishing, buffing, stripping, sealing, cleaning).
• Transports supplies between facilities and facilities; manages waste/recyclables.
• Keeps inventory of supplies and uses the work order system.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance


• Retirement Programs


• Paid Tuition Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

Anticipated Hiring Range $33,945 - $34,575; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Location of Vacancy

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Hours per Week 40

Work Schedule

Hiring for 2nd shift: Hours would be from 4:00 pm – 12:30 am, 40 hours per week.

Must have the flexibility to work various shifts and/or weekends. Weekend Crew schedules would be scheduled on a rotational basis year round. Must also have the ability to work overtime if required.

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Trades/Maintenance

About USC

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.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Position Description

Custodian

University of South Carolina Upstate

STA00803PO26

Spartanburg, SC

Performs custodial and housekeeping duties on USC Upstate campus for assigned buildings, specified areas, having knowledge of all buildings to be able to perform work in any building as needed or on a rotational building schedule with flexibility to work weekends and any shift.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Typically holds a high school diploma or GED . Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

A good driving record and valid driver’s license are required.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma and 2 years related experience or equivalency. Considerable knowledge of custodial operations and methods. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Successful background check is required. Ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions. Understand and follow USC Upstate’s general housekeeping standards. Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments of equipment. Exhibit large degree of flexibility: will be assigned principally to one or two buildings to be able to perform work in any building as needed or on rotational building. Must be knowledgeable of all buildings to be able to perform work in any buildings as needed or on rotational building schedule. Effectively uses work order management system. Follows OSHA standards and guidelines when performing duties. Successfully completes annual OSHA training.

Job Duties

• Performs general cleaning for all elements of restrooms, classrooms, lobbies, common areas, office areas, as well as all other building spaces. Performs all tasks necessary or essential to maintain the general cleanliness of buildings. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50


• Performs general floor maintenance by polishing, buffing, stripping, sealing, washing all types of floors, using all methods of carpet/carpet care/cleaning including wet and dry, as well as other tasks necessary or essential to maintain floors. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15


• Transports cleaning supplies and tools between Facilities and assigned buildings. Transports building waste/recyclables to designated disposal locations of dumpsters on campus as well as other tasks necessary. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15


• Manages inventory supplies/materials for all buildings, monitoring event communication by special event posts, inspecting and reporting any building deficiencies to respective departments by generating work requests and entering work functions and data into the work management system. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15


• Other duties as assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.