Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,608 - 43,994; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

13 Paid Holidays

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina is hiring a Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance for USC Upstate in Spartanburg, SC. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week position operates on a 2nd shift from 4:00 pm to 12:30 am with occasional weekends and overtime as needed.

The role includes floor maintenance, cleaning and minor repairs, event setup, and routine maintenance tasks. Required are a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and OSHA training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of related maintenance/ custodial experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and OSHA training required.
• Negative pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Floor maintenance: vacuum, shampoo carpets, dust mop, strip wax on floors.
• Dust and clean furniture, dust boards, realign chairs, vacuum upholstery.
• Clean glass, dust and spot clean walls, remove cobwebs.
• Clean and sanitize toilets, urinals, sinks, and drinking fountains; polish fixtures.
• Refill soap, towel and tissue dispensers; empty waste baskets and sort recyclables.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

OSHA training

Job description

Job Title

Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance

Location

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Employment Type

Full Time

Hours per Week

40 hours per week

Shift Schedule

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.

Salary

Anticipated Hiring Range $36,608 - $43,994; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

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

Job Duties

• Floor maintenance: Vacuum, shampoo carpets, dust mop, strip wax tile and hard surfaces floors.
• Furniture, sills, shelves: Dust and spot clean blackboards and erasers, realign classroom chairs, vacuum upholstered furniture.
• Doors, walls, ceilings and windows: clean glass, dust and spot clean, remove cobwebs.
• Fixtures: clean and sanitize toilets, urinals, sinks and drinking fountains, polish fixtures, clean mirrors.
• Containers: refill soap, towel and tissue dispensers.
• Waste containers: empty waste baskets and wipe clean. Be able to recognize and separate recyclable material from containers and take it to collection bins.
• Maintain equipment (vacuum, buffers, etc.).
• Serve as custodial floater for 2nd shift.
• Remove and replace light bulbs, clean light fixtures of debris, perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• As assigned through the SchoolDude work order system perform assigned repairs and maintenance as assigned which will include: general maintenance, painting, carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical that does not require certification.
• Under hazardous weather conditions will perform snow and ice removal.
• Must be able to handle minor emergency repairs in each of these areas.
• Provide assistance set up for special events. Event set-ups/flips/breakdowns: Set up required resources (tables, chairs, stages, podiums, flooring, stanchions, etc.) for each venue event as requested by customer. All set-ups will be neat, clean, orderly and in good working condition. Venues will be set up and broken down as outlined in work order and instructed by Facilities Special Event Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience: Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 2 or more years of job related experience.
• Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials: Valid driver’s license. Successfully complete annual OSHA training.
• Preferred Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of related trade area and/or general maintenance experience. Proficiency with electronic work order systems and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: A negative pre-employment drug screen is required. Subject to post-employment drug and alcohol testing per policy HR 1.95. A successful background check and good driving record is required.
• Ability to understand, carry out routine oral and written instructions as well as work independently and to direct work of others.
• Ability to recognize, acknowledge and troubleshoot solutions as they arise.
• Ability to receive and reliably execute oral and written instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; prioritize and plan schedules; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be a self-starter with knowledge in operational procedures, facility capabilities, event-related services and technical requirements for events in indoor and outdoor venues.
• Considerable knowledge and skill in use of tools, equipment and materials used in general building maintenance applicable to the job.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments of equipment.
• Ability to work with computer and software systems for maintenance records.
• Exhibit large degree of flexibility with assignments.
• Must have knowledge of all campus buildings to be able to perform work in any building.
• Follow OSHA standards and guidelines when performing duties.

Safety and Security

• 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.
• Hazardous weather category.

Posting Details

• Number of Vacancies 1
• Desired Start Date 08/03/2026
• Job Open Date 07/20/2026
• Job Close Date Open Until Filled

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.

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.