Custodian (6:30 AM to 3 PM)- State Office

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department seeks a dedicated facilities cleaner to maintain designated areas, sanitize surfaces, and manage cleaning inventories. You will ensure floors, restrooms, and common areas are kept pristine while adhering to safety protocols and PPE guidelines.

The role supports grounds maintenance, signage use, and collaboration with staff. Training and flexible coverage for absences are part of the position, with a focus on professional customer service and

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of cleaning methods and safety practices.
• Ability to understand routine listings of supplies and basic reports.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas, buildings, and bathrooms as specified.
• Dust and sanitize surfaces, empty trash, and restrooms stocked with supplies.
• Maintain grounds, including entrances, plants, and walkways.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and request new stock as needed.
• Follow agency policies, use signage, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Report equipment issues to supervisor and support team absences.
• Provide professional customer service to staff and stakeholders.
• Participate in trainings and assist with events or meetings as needed.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Safety practices

Equipment handling

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Confidentiality

PPE usage

Signage usage

Stock management

Tools

PPE usage

Signage

Inventory control

Job description

Join South Carolina state government where you can have a meaningful career, incomparable benefits, and a positive work-life balance!

• Clean and sanitize designated areas, buildings, bathrooms, office sand rooms.
  • Clean floors using the appropriate equipment, such as, but not limited to a vacuum, broom, or mop and cleaning solution.
  • Dust and sanitize surfaces.
  • Empty trash and dispose of waste to designated area.
  • Restrooms are cleaned, disinfected and stocked with paper products and toiletries.
  • Complete any checklists of tasks and submit to supervisor at end of day.
  • Clean windows and doors to include dusting sills and ensuring no spider webs or any debris is on or around them.
  • Report any issues or concerns observed regarding facilities immediately to the Director of Facilities.
• Ensure grounds are presentable.
  • Broom or blow the entrances to designated buildings.
  • Water flowers and/or topiaries.
  • All walkways are to be clear of any debris.
  • Remove any weeds that are unsightly.
  • Report any leaks in irrigation system immediately.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies.
  • Maintain an accurate list of supplies.
  • Request new supplies as needed.
  • Ensure that supply closets are left neatly and orderly.
• Perform all tasks safely and compliant.
  • Adhere to all Agency policies.
  • Report any broken equipment immediately to your direct supervisor.
  • Utilize proper signage while cleaning areas.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times.
  • Utilize proper personal protective equipment.
• Maintain trainings and/or certifications in job-related areas.
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Blood Borne pathogens
  • OSHA
• Cover absences and/or vacancies on the team.
  • Teamwork isexpected at all times.
  • Be flexible with assignments as needs change with a vacancy on the team or absences.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
  • Interact professionally to other staff members, consumers and stakeholders.
  • Upkeep confidentiality regarding items or topics that you encounter
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  • Assist with set up or breakdown of any requested trainings and/or meetings.
  • Duties will be completed accurately and within allotted time.

• Considerable knowledge of cleaning methods, safety practices, equipment and supplies.

• Ability to understand and carry out routine listings of supplies and prepare other simple reports and records.

• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

• Physical abilities include balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting up to fifty pounds with assistance, grasping, hearing, smelling, and repetitive motions.

The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work schedules
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs