Custodian

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.

Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

About the Department:  The Public Works Department is comprised of eight divisions that fall under the direction of the Public Works Director and Assistant Director.   Of those eight divisions, Building Maintenance provides custodial maintenance of County facilities. We believe that by working together, we become empowered and are able to meet the goals set for our department.  

We invite you to apply to join our team as a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt Custodian with the Public Works Department, Building Maintenance division. The purpose of this position is to provide custodial maintenance of County facilities to ensure a clean and safe environment for staff and visitors.

Work Schedule: Must be able to work the hours of 5:00am-2:00pm and or 8:00am-5:00pm.

Compensation:  Projected Hiring Range: $15.82 - $18.98 per hour. Salary is dependent on experience and education.

Our Total Compensation Package:

• Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
• Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 
• 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays 
• Longevity Pay
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Sick Bank
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings 
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provides general custodial maintenance in assigned County facilities.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of work performed.
• Performs all work in compliance with County policies, procedures and standards.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, and complaints from County staff and the public.
• Orders and stocks cleaning supplies.
• Coordinates the locking and unlocking of doors and sets or disarms security systems.
• Ensures walkways and parking areas are swept.
• Maintains cleanliness, and accurate supplies in restrooms.
• Collects and distributes inter-office mail and deliver outgoing mail to external mailboxes.
• Removes and replaces liners in trash receptacles as needed.
• Dusts and cleans surfaces including doors, walls, showers, refrigerators, microwaves and other appliances, and telephones.
• Moves furniture as required for cleaning and preparing for events and meetings.

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of custodial, maintenance or related experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• May be required depending on location and provided to you by York County:
  • Certification in CJIS (Criminal Justice Information System Certificate).
  • Blood Borne Pathogens
  • PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) course.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

 

Unavoidable Work Hazards (Work Environment):

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
• ­Bright/dim light; dusts and pollen.
• ­Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
• ­Extreme noise levels
• ­Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:
York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
 
Standard Clauses:
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions:
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

Salary : $16 - $19