Building/Grounds Specialist III-60014401 Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Building/Grounds Specialist

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out of 5 stars Richland County, SC Job Responsibilities Building/Grounds Specialist III The Department of Administration’s Division of Facilities Management and Property Services is seeking an experienced Building/Grounds Specialist III to join the team! Facilities Management (FM) maintains and operates approximately 53 buildings which include the State House, Capitol Complex Office Buildings, the Governor’s Mansion, and other buildings in the Columbia area. In this role, you will assist and lead the crew in quality and efficient landscape maintenance and installation services to state owned property. Responsibilities of the

Building/Grounds Specialist III:

Lead and assist personnel in quality landscape maintenance processes and procedures. Under the direction of the supervisor, complete needed tasks such as the planning of work schedules, training, equipment inventory, time sheets, accountability forms, and others as assigned. Lead and assist in all work tasks to accomplish the departments standards of quality landscapes. This will include mowing, edging, watering, planting, blowing, pruning, etc. The use of state vehicles and equipment to accomplish these tasks are to be done in a safe and efficient manner. Lead and assist in the daily collection of refuse to keep state properties neat and clean. This will include the removal of trash and landscape debris from all walks, landscapes, driveways, parking lots, etc. Lead and assist in the safe use of landscape equipment and vehicles for the protection of staff and the general public. Under the instruction of the supervisor, apply pesticides, when necessary, in a safe and efficient manner. Complete other assigned tasks to achieve the goals set for the Horticulture department, as directed by your supervisor. Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma or equivalent and knowledge of landscape maintenance and installation with two (2) years of work experience in overseeing and participating in grounds maintenance work.

Additional Requirements:

Knowledge in all areas of landscape maintenance and installation. Must have knowledge of the use of landscape equipment and pesticide applications. Requires a valid Class D driver’s license. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination. Additional Comments The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. 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 South Carolina Department of Administration 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.