Custodian

University of South Carolina Upstate; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement programs

Paid tuition program

Dependent scholarships

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Annual leave

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina Upstate in Spartanburg, SC is hiring a full-time Custodian to perform custodial duties across campus facilities. The 2nd shift runs from 4:00 pm to 12:30 am, totaling 40 hours per week, with flexibility for weekends and overtime as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of related experience, and a valid driver’s license. Knowledge of safety standards and the ability to work independently or with others are essential.

Qualifications

• Typically holds a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires 1+ years of job-related experience.
• A good driving record and valid driver's license are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs general cleaning for restrooms, classrooms, lobbies, common areas and offices.
• Maintains general cleanliness of buildings.
• Performs general floor maintenance (polishing, buffing, stripping, sealing, washing).
• Transports cleaning supplies and waste between Facilities and assigned buildings.
• Manages inventory and reports building deficiencies via work orders.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Custodian

Posting Number: STA00803PO26

Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time: Full Time

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.

About University of South Carolina

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

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

Job DutiesJob DutyPerforms 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 FunctionYesPercentage of Time50Job DutyPerforms 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 FunctionYesPercentage of Time15Job DutyTransports 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 FunctionYesPercentage of Time15Job DutyManages 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 FunctionYesPercentage of Time15Job DutyOther duties as assigned. Essential FunctionYesPercentage of Time5

Open Until Filled

Yes

Benefits

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

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

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.