Weekend Arena Building & Grounds Specialist

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Weekend Arena Building & Grounds Specialist in Pendleton, SC. This full-time role coordinates custodial and groundskeeping activities across multiple venues within the Arena complex.

The position requires a high school diploma and custodial/groundskeeping experience, with supervision of student workers and no budgetary responsibilities. Standard 40-hour work weeks and essential personnel duties apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required and custodial or groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment.

Responsibilities

• JOB KNOWLEDGE: Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises Student workers only
• BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES: No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Skills

Custodial experience

Groundskeeping

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Weekend Arena Building & Grounds Specialist

Full Time

JR-10491

JOB SUMMARY:

Coordinates and directs custodial or groundskeeping activities.

JOB DUTIES:

• 5 Public service: Provide arealocal information for exhibitors for area attractions University information and facility information
• 40 Event Preparation: Follow defined protocols for varied events to establish lighting sound seating and show ring preparations and maintenance in multiple venues at the Arena complex
• 30 Grounds maintenance: Operate farm equipment to prepare show rings for multiple disciplines Move and set up equipment using skid steer loader Operate water truck for non potable water used for irrigation of show rings Stall turnover
• 15 Facility maintenance: Ensure facilities are clean before and during daily events This includes janitorial duties in assembly areas and waste management and trash in animal housing areas
• 10 Safety security: Identify public safety risks and perform corrective maintenance Inspect all building and grounds daily for repair and maintenance requirements

JOB CODE:

KA15

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and custodial or groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• JOB KNOWLEDGE: Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises Student workers only
• BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES: No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 5% Recognize or inspect visually: 5% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 5% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 5% Move, transport, raise or lower 30lbs or less: 55% Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 55% Walk or move about: 5% Stand for Prolonged Period: 100% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 5% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 100%

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:
40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

• Expected Salary Range: 30000 - 40000
• Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Essential Support - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is necessary to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION:

Pendleton, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

August 28, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.