Custodial Worker

Salary: $23,718.00 - $43,886.00 Annually
Location : York County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 186598
Agency: York Technical College
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KA10
Position Number:: 61134962 / 118379
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8:00 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Band 2
Hiring Range - Min.: $35,521.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $35,521.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply online, taking care to complete the state application with all work history and education. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State.

The Custodial Worker will perform the following functions:

• Performs cleaning duties in offices, hallways, classrooms, and lobby areas, including sweeping, mopping, buffing, vacuuming floors, emptying wastebaskets and trash containers; cleans chalkboards and whiteboards; dusts shelves, blinds & window seals; cleans walk-off mats
• Cleans restrooms by sanitizing sinks, toilets, urinals; sweeping, mopping, buffing, floors, empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers
• Empty recycled can/bottle containers. Cleans accessible interior and exterior windows at building entrances. Regularly monitors all areas for needed custodial and/or maintenance work. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies.
• Monitors inventories in custodial closet and notifies supervisor of need for restocking cleaning supplies. Attends training and safety meetings and other related meetings. Follows all safety policies and procedures. Assists with setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma or 10th grade equivalency and at least one year work experience or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques.
• Knowledge of cleaning products and how to use them safely.
• Skill in the use of cleaning hand tools such as mops, brooms, dust pans, and scrub brushes.
• Skill in the safe operation of power cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners, and buffers.
• Ability to follow general instructions.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact appropriately with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
• Ability to perform the following functions very frequently: bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, stooping, and reaching overhead.
• Ability to perform duties that requires standing and walking for most of the work shift.
• Ability to work in an environment with the following: fumes from cleaner, heavy dust areas, and odors normally associated with custodial work.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Additional Comments


Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application may be required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.
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.


Note: 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.
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Do you have a high school diploma and at least one year work experience?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered No to question one, please describe your education and experience as it relates to the position. Note: Please see resume/application is not an accepted response.
Required Question