CUSTODIAN (NORTH CHARLESTON, SC)

CUSTODIAN (NORTH CHARLESTON, SC)

Salary

$33,384.13 - $36,722.54 Annually

Location

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

02413

Department

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

06/12/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The purpose of the class is to perform the custodial maintenance of County buildings to ensure a clean and safe environment for staff and visitors and to perform related work as required. The class works according to set procedures under close supervision.

Duties

Provides general custodial maintenance of assigned County buildings and facilities including walk ways, stairways, elevators, offices, kitchen areas, lobby areas, courtrooms, judge chambers and restrooms.

• Performs various custodial duties, which include, but are not limited to: cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, cleaning kitchen areas, polishing water fountains, cleaning windows and other glass surfaces, cleaning base boards, dusting and polishing furniture and other surfaces, cleaning window blinds, removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors, scrubbing/polishing floors, stripping and waxing floors, vacuuming/spot cleaning/shampooing carpets, etc.
• Cleans porches, walkways, etc.
• Stocks restrooms with supplies.
• Checks to see if lights are working; performs light building maintenance as required, such as replacing light bulbs, painting various surfaces, performing minor repairs of equipment, etc.
• Maintains security of locked doors and windows.
• May oversee inmate workers in the performance of custodial tasks.
• Performs all work in compliance with division policies, procedures and standards of cleanliness, quality and safety.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; initiates repair work as needed.
• Provides coverage for special meetings such as County Council meetings.
• Requests necessary tools, materials and supplies.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints from County employees and the public.
• Attends training as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs small repair work.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of work performed.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

All County employees are considered public servants for the citizens of Dorchester County. When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED.

Requires at least six (6) months of related work experience.

Special Qualifications:

Must possess a valid state drivers license.

Additional Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements and demands.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., must be able to work a split shift is necessary, and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. Weve maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county 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 based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least six (6) months related work experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation?

• YES
• NO

05

Do you have prior commercial cleaning or housekeeping experience? If yes, please explain.

06

In order to be qualified for this position, you must be detail oriented and able to multitask. Do you feel that you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

07

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. Also, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov