<p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo Posting Number STA00582PO25 Job Family Building and Grounds Maintenance Job Function Custodial Services USC Market Title Custodian Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132108 Job Level A2 - Administrative/Operational Support Business Title (Internal Title) Envir Svs Specialist Campus Beaufort Work County Beaufort College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level Department BFT Environmental Services State Pay Band 4 Approved Starting Salary $33,339 Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Schedule</p> <p>40 hrs week. Normal hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. Some evening and weekends may be required for special events.</p> <p>Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Benefits for FTE Positions</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>Performs varied and routine cleaning maintenance or other custodial duties in order to keep the campus facilities cleaned and sanitized for use by students, faculty, staff, community members, and their guests.</p> <p>Common Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of cleaning methods, ability to read and understand safety warnings on cleaning products and cleaning equipment. Must be physically able to carry out duties assigned. Must be aware of health and safety practices concerning Bloodborne Pathogens that relate to personal safety.</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <p>Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 1 or more years of job related experience.</p> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <p>Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned.</p> <ul> <li>Ability to lift 50 pounds. </li><li>Ability to perform repeated bending, stooping, lifting, reaching activities. I.e. pushing/pulling fully loaded custodial carts, reaching to clean blackboards, bending and stooping to do spot cleaning, empty trash cans, etc. </li><li>Ability to read, speak, and understand at a level appropriate to the position. </li><li>Skilled in working in a university or large institution. </li><li>Good interpersonal communication skills. </li><li>Excellent customer skills. Ability to get along with a diverse campus community. </li><li>Ability to operate power cleaning equipment. </li><li>Use custodial systems such as those to track work orders and cell phone for communication </li><li>Ability to organize work assignments and custodial closets. </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Responsible for maintaining neat, clean and safe area assigned. Daily cleaning of general public areas include sweeping, mopping, or vacuum floors. Remove trash and reset furniture as needed to maintain safe walking areas. Dusting or cleaning surfaces to include furniture, cabinets. Sanitize touches areas including door handles</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Cleaning and disinfecting classrooms, offices, and auditoriums in assigned areas. Cleaning floors, including sweeping, mopping, or vacuuming. Wipe down all surfaces. Clean White boards. Periodic cleaning of windows and blinds. Removing trash.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty</p> <p>Cleaning/disinfecting and maintaining all restrooms in assigned area. Includes cleaning and disinfecting all fixtures. Clean mirrors, door handles, handrails. Providing supplies in all areas. Removing all trash. Replenishing all trash receptacle supplies. Sweep, mop, wax, vacuum floors. Maintain sanitary conditions throughout bathroom facilities.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty</p> <p>Maintain Custodial carts and storage closets in orderly manner. Keep items updated and notify supervisor if supplies are low.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty</p> <p>During daily rounds in assigned work areas note any deficiencies, repairs needed, light replacements, broken equipment. Notify supervisor of issues noted. In case of emergency notify supervisor immediately. Secure are to prevent people for entering area with potential hazard.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty</p> <p>Work with maintenance crews for special set up/take down for events. Examples are Commencement, scheduled Accepted Student Days, Awards Ceremonies. Events could be on any of the 3 campuses. Other duties as assigned.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5</p> <p>Position Attributes</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 07/16/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/191154 EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Other Supporting Documents </li><li>Resume </li></ul>