Facilities Cleaning & Maintenance Specialist

SC Aquarium; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston seeks a dedicated custodian to maintain cleanliness across all exhibit spaces, offices and public areas. You will assist with setup for events, move furniture for cleaning, and ensure safe, high-visibility service for visitors and staff.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, working outdoors or in varying weather, and occasional weekend or late shifts as needed to support Aquarium activities.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read work orders and receive oral instructions; conferring with supervisor to locate material and arrange for processing, assembly, or repair.
• Ability to perceive identification numbers and read/ transcribe numbers and volumes.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the aquarium policies and provide excellent customer service to visitors, members and coworkers.
• Clean and maintain restrooms, locker rooms, offices, laboratories, halls and exhibit spaces.
• Move furniture and equipment for cleaning, events, or set-ups as needed.
• Assist with trash/recycling removal and general cleaning duties, including floors and carpets.

Skills

Reading work orders

Basic math

Following instructions

Communicating with supervisor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year relevant experience

Job description

South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston seeks a dedicated custodian to maintain cleanliness across all exhibit spaces, offices and public areas. You will assist with setup for events, move furniture for cleaning, and ensure safe, high-visibility service for visitors and staff.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, working outdoors or in varying weather, and occasional weekend or late shifts as needed to support Aquarium activities.