Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance

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

Job summary

The University of South Carolina seeks a Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance worker to perform general housekeeping, maintenance, and campus event setup across campus facilities. Under the Building Services Supervisor, the role keeps spaces clean, safe, and ready for events.

Responsibilities include floor maintenance, light repairs, and assisting with special event setup; requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience. Benefits available.

Qualifications

• Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 2 or more years of job related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and completion of OSHA training are required.

Responsibilities

• Floor maintenance: vacuum, shampoo carpets, dust mop, strip wax floors; clean fixtures and sanitize toilets.
• Remove and replace light bulbs, perform minor repairs (electrical/plumbing) as assigned.
• Assist with event set ups and breakdowns ensuring neat, safe, and orderly venues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-starter

OSHA standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Electronic work order systems

Job description

Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance

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.

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.

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.

Position Description

The Custodian and Housekeeping Maintenance , under limited supervision from the Building Services Supervisor, performs various duties requiring skill and technical knowledge in general housekeeping, maintenance, and campus event set‑up, flips, and break downs for all campus events. Works with Special Event Coordinator to ensure the location is fully equipped and prepared for smooth execution of events.

Job Duties

• Job DutyFloor 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.Essential FunctionYesPercentage of Time40
• Job DutyRemove 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.Essential FunctionYesPercentage of Time40
• Job DutyProvide 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.Essential FunctionYesPercentage of Time15
• Job DutyOther duties as assigned.Essential FunctionYesPercentage of Time5

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.

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 the technical requirements for employee. 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.

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