What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building/Grounds Specialist I position at State of South Carolina?
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Do you enjoy working outside and have experience in landscaping? Are you handy with tools and lawn equipment? Are you skilled in building maintenance and repairs? If so, joining our team at the State Farmers Market (West Columbia) could be just the opportunity you have been looking for! As a Building Grounds Specialist your responsibilities will include:
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Please select the number of years of experience you have performing custodial duties.
Please select the number of years of experience you have performing landscape maintenance (mowing, trimming, edging, etc.)
Please select the number of years of experience you have performing building maintenance (light carpentry, plumbing, etc.)
Are you a South Carolina State Retiree?
How did you hear about this position?
- This is a reposting. All prior applicants are still being considered. *****
Responsibilities
Do you enjoy working outside and have experience in landscaping? Are you handy with tools and lawn equipment? Are you skilled in building maintenance and repairs? If so, joining our team at the State Farmers Market (West Columbia) could be just the opportunity you have been looking for! As a Building Grounds Specialist your responsibilities will include:
- Performing landscaping on the Market grounds to include lawn mowing, trimming, and weeding.
- Adhering to weekly and monthly maintenance schedules of equipment / facilities and maintaining accurate records of preventative maintenance.
- Assuring the general cleanliness of the market grounds, including cleaning restrooms, collecting and dumping trash and other debris.
- Assisting with light carpentry, plumbing, and other maintenance items.
- Serving as part of the team to set-up, staff, and tear-down for special and seasonal events like Spring / Fall Plant and Flower Shows, car shows, tasting events, etc.
- Providing strong customer service to the general public.
- Trades experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle.
- One or more years related experience.
- Experience with commercial grade landscaping and mowing equipment.
- One or more experience with performing maintenance on lawn care equipment.
- Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold.
- Must have the ability to endure long periods of walking and standing.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have reliable transportation to / from worksite.
- Must be able to climb steps and ladders, as well as occasionally work on elevated surfaces.
- Ability to bend, kneel and stoop.
- 40-hour work week.
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Please select the number of years of experience you have performing custodial duties.
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 4 years or more
Please select the number of years of experience you have performing landscape maintenance (mowing, trimming, edging, etc.)
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 4 or more years
Please select the number of years of experience you have performing building maintenance (light carpentry, plumbing, etc.)
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 4 years or more
Are you a South Carolina State Retiree?
- Yes
- No
How did you hear about this position?
- SC State Jobs Website - careers.sc.gov
- College Website
- Dice.com
- Indeed.com
- Ladders.com
- A current employee
- A former employee
- SC Works
- Radio Ad
- Other
- Required Question