Francis Marion University invites applications for a custodian who, under general supervision, perform a variety of periodic (frequency varies) routine and complex cleaning and other custodial duties. All duties must be performed in accordance with approved OSHA regulations.

Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performing daily cleaning by policing entrances, stairways, corridors, classrooms, laboratories, and restrooms during and between uses to maintain a high standard of appearance.
• Performing scheduled cleaning by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting in offices, conference rooms, theaters, auditoriums, and locker rooms, including fixtures, furnishings, and equipment.
• Performing specialty cleaning, which includes carpet and vinyl floor cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and window cleaning.
• Maintaining assigned custodial closet, maintenance cart, and equipment.
• Setting up and tearing down special accommodations for special events, setting up, moving, and arranging furniture for building occupancy; and other related duties as required.

State Requirements: Experience in custodial, housekeeping work that is directly related to the area of employment.

FM Preferences/Requirements: Knowledge of, or background and ability to learn the operation of, various items of cleaning equipment including vacuums, floor machines, pressure washers, steam-shampoo cleaners, and extractors. Prior job experience desired. Flexibility/strength/stamina to bend, stoop, or lean over, around, or under obstacles while performing work. Must see well enough to read chemical labels accurately in various lighting conditions and to operate equipment safely at normal speeds of production. Must hear well enough to operate equipment safely, while being aware of subtle sound cues from traffic and other equipment being operated.

*A Valid SC Driver’s License Required.

State Classification: Building/Grounds Specialist II (KA10)

Band/Level: 2/1

Salary: $26,801

Normal Working Hours: 3:00pm – 11:00 pm (Monday – Friday). However, hours may vary and some evening and weekend work may be required. Summer hours will vary.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants may:

1). Come by the Human Resources Office to complete the application process or call (843) 661-1140 to have an application mailed; or

2). Download the application from our website and either FAX to (843) 661-1202 or mail the requested application referencing Position Number (24-49)

To obtain the FMU Staff application please click here

Send Application Packet to: Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration and Planning, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547, or fax to (843) 661-1202.

 Screening of position will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.

As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission.

Applicants honorably discharged from a branch of the United States Armed Forces, who meet the minimum training and experience requirements, are given employment preference by all State agencies and higher education institutions in SC.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution