Building/Grounds Specialist Position Available In Sumter, South Carolina

Building/Grounds Specialist 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 506 N Guignard Dr, Sumter, SC 29150 Job Responsibilities Mows lawns, trims shrubs and hedges; edge walks and curbs. Picks up trash on grounds and in parking lots. Weeds plant and flower beds. Maintains existing landscaping including flower beds, trees, shrubs, and irrigation. Trims trees once a year. Maintains and repairs grounds keeping equipment. Replaces and repairs ceiling tiles, lights and changes batteries in clocks. Rearranges and moves office furniture and performs office renovations as needed. Assists maintenance staff with maintenance repairs. Minimum and Additional Requirements Experience in custodial, housekeeping or pest control work that is directly related to the area of employment. Benefits for State Employees 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.

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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.