Building/Grounds Specialist III Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Company:

State of South Carolina

Salary:

$39207

JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Building/Grounds Specialist III

Salary
$27,510.00

$50,905.00 Annually
Location Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE
Full-Time
Job Number
173082
Agency
Department of Juvenile Justice
Division
Maintenance Services
Opening Date
01/30/2025
Closing Date
2/19/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Class Code:

KA15

Position Number:

60031260 (173082)

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

Friday (8:30
5:00)
Pay Band
Band 3
Hiring Range
Min.

$39,125.00
Opening Date
01/30/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina’s youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION:

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE

Under the general supervision of the Building/Grounds Supervisor, this position will be responsible for skilled horticulture work on the Department of Juvenile Justice property to include pruning, planting, troubleshooting and general work regarding maintenance. Will also be responsible for ensuring all equipment assigned is maintained in working condition and assists in basic repairs of equipment.

JOB RESPONSABILITIES

Responsible for general grounds maintenance across the property of the SCDJJ such as mowing, trimming, and blowing off of hard surfaces.
Responsible for planting, pruning and caring for ornamental plants on site. Ensures that high traffic areas around SCDJJ are maintained with focus on ornamental plants that work best for each facility.
Makes recommendations regarding necessary work projects within areas assigned and assists with that work. Confers with staff and supervisors to coordinate repair activities. Responsible for all trash removal in assigned area.
Performs other related job duties as required by the Building/Grounds Supervisor and Horticultural Manager.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma and custodial or groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of maintaining grounds; including but not limited to trimming of shrubs, bushes and trees, as well as grounds maintenance equipment/repair.
Good oral communication skills a must.
This position will work under the general supervision of the Building/Grounds Supervisor. Work reviewed by supervisor on a daily basis with annually scheduled performance review.
This position will require extended work hours as workload dictates. This position will require bending stooping, climbing ladders, squatting, and lifting of 40 pounds or more unassisted regularly. Must maintain a valid SC Driver’s license. This position will require working in adverse weather conditions and will respond to emergencies as needed. Must be able to work in a secured facility, around incarcerated youth. This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications

AGENCY PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma and at least five (5) years of related experience (Horticulture, Groundskeeping, Landscaping). Must hold a valid driver’s license and be 21 years of age. Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health, dental, and life insurance
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days of sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave
Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date. You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver’s license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Juvenile Justice
Address
P O Box 21069
4900 Broad River Road, Building 2007
Columbia, South Carolina, 29221-1069
Phone
803-896-9440
THE

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