What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian - Building/Grounds Specialist I (CMT Nursing Center- Roddey) position at State of South Carolina?
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Custodian/ Building/Grounds Specialist I who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.
This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C. M. Tucker, Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the Building/Grounds Specialist I working under general supervision, you will perform a variety of repetitive tasks to achieve a neat, orderly and sanitary environment in a designated area of C.M. Tucker.Responsibilities for the Custodian / Building/Grounds Specialist I:
- Provide floor cleaning and maintenance services, including mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming. Responsible for stripping, axing, and buffing floors which includes operating heavy floor care equipment.
- Clean and sanitize bathroom facilities, including fixtures, floors and walls. Replenish supply of paper products and soap for all bathrooms.
- Clean resident rooms and Dayroom areas, including care of beds, furniture and upholstery.
- Empty trash cans in resident units, office areas and common areas. Transport trash to water compactor according to established procedure
- Responsible for training new employees on proper cleaning procedures, proper floor care and maintenance. Retrain existing employs yearly. Supervise crew on weekend shifts, inspect facility to ensure that building is sanitary and clean.
- Clean windows and glass doors. Adjust draperies and curtains; spot clean window treatments as needed. Move office and resident furniture when necessary for cleaning tasks.
- Maintain competencies in job-related activities to include; MAPS, Hazardous Waste, Blood borne Pathogens, Universal Precautions, etc
- There are no minimum training or experience requirement for this class.
- Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds and may be required to lift more during emergencies.
- Ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, stoop, bend and climb at least two or three flights of stairs.
- Ability to tolerate noise level and circulate in resident areas for long periods. Must be able to work in an environment with repetitive, unusual resident behaviors.
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
- Have any combination of experience or training that would enable an applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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Salary : $26,400 - $33,000