Utilities Mover

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina is seeking a Custodial/Mover to support University operations under the supervision of the Supervisor of Custodial. The role involves responding to work orders, relocating furniture, and preparing rooms for classes and events.

You will load and unload items, assist with surplus property, and perform general custodial duties. A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required to ensure reliable transportation across campus.

Qualifications

• Must regularly lift and carry 30–50 pounds.
• Ability to follow routine oral and written instructions.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Relocate furniture and assist with surplus property as directed.
• Load, unload, and transport furniture and related materials.
• Set up furniture for classrooms and events and move in residence halls.
• Perform general custodial and utility duties.

Skills

Physical stamina

Customer service

Safety awareness

Job description

Under general supervision of the Supervisor of Custodial, this position performs general labor and moving services to support University operations. Responsibilities include responding to work orders involving furniture relocation and surplus property, loading and unloading furniture and related materials, arranging and setting up furniture for classrooms and special events, moving furniture in residence halls for summer cleaning and floor maintenance, and performing general custodial and utility duties.

Must be able to regularly lift and carry 30–50 pounds and safely move, load, unload, and transport large or bulky items, including furniture, equipment, and office supplies. Must be able to perform frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods. Must have excellent skills in providing strong customer service and demonstrate sound judgement and ethical demeanor. A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required.

Ability to understand and follow routine oral and written instructions. Must be physically able to work off of a ladder, safely move furniture, relocate offices, and set up tables and chairs. Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as buffing machine, wet vacuum, shampoo machine, and carpet vacuum. Heavy lifting is involved on a regular basis. Must have ability to interact with Utilities crew, students, faculty, staff and the University community regularly.