CUSTODIAN - PART-TIME -SUMMERVILLE

Salary: $16.05 Hourly
Location : Summerville, SC, SC
Job Type: PART-TIME
Job Number: 02399
Department: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 5:00 PM Eastern


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.
Location: DORCHESTER COUNTY LIBRARY, SUMMERVILLE, SC
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.
Additional Requirements


Special Qualifications:
A valid state driver's license is preferred but not required.
Permanent part-time employees are eligible for benefits under the South Carolina Retirement System.
01


Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02


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

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have a valid driver's license or reliable transportation to get to assigned work location(s)?

• YES
• NO

04


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

• Yes
• No

05


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

• Yes
• No

Required Question