About the role
Posting Number
TMP01172PO26
Job Code Title
Building/Grounds Specialist II
Advertised Title
Custodial Worker
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department
SAAS Housing - Custodial Operations
Location of Vacancy
Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Job Search Category
Trades/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.
Benefits for Temporary Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Custodial Worker
- Do you love knowing your work makes a difference at USC?
- Do you love something new every day you go to work?
Look no further!
The Custodial Worker is a full-time staff member of University Housing who is responsible for the quality of living in a designated residence hall(s) at the University of South Carolina.
Primary duties
- Maintains wood, ceramic tile, cement, brick, and linoleum floors
- Responds to emergencies to include extracting water from floors and carpeted areas during flooding in order to prevent water damage
- Assists with the preparation for and clean-up of University special events
- Applies total quality management/continuous improvement principles and processes
This position is designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.
This position does have access to state benefits such as retirement and medical insurance.
Qualifications
- 1 year related experience or equivalency.
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Desired Start Date
07/01/2026
Proposed End Date
12/18/2026
Job Open Date
06/25/2026
Job Close Date
12/01/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Fill out application with all of your relevant experience, please.
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.
EEO Statement
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.
Position Attributes
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.
Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL
No
Hazardous weather category
Essential
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