State of South Carolina
Building/Grounds Specialist III
$22,182.00 - $41,046.00 Annually
Richland County, MO
FTE - Full-Time
72832
Department of Mental Health-Central Office
01/03/2018
Continuous
Non-Exempt
n/a
$31,614.00
$22,182.00 - $41,046.00 Annually
Richland County, MO
FTE - Full-Time
72832
Department of Mental Health-Central Office
01/03/2018
Continuous
Non-Exempt
n/a
$31,614.00
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Job Responsibilities
The Department of Mental Health is a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health Crafts-Farrow, 7901 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203.
Perform professional grounds maintenance tasks as assigned on all South Carolina Department of Mental Health campuses.
Complete detailed landscaping tasks in a safe and efficient manner. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment. Make requests of needed supplies or equipment. Operate assigned vehicle or equipment in a safe and courteous manner. Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum and Additional Requirements
- Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and custodial or grounds keeping experience directly related to the area of employment.Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
An understanding of the grounds maintenance process and a desire to provide an excellent finished product. Operation of grounds maintenance equipment such as ZTR movers, small tractors, string trimmers, edgers, hedge trimmers, etc. Ideal candidate would have significant experience in all phases of grounds and landscape work. Candidate will be expected to know proper tree and shrub pruning practices, be knowledgeable in the safe operation of chain saws and other pruning equipment.
Additional Comments
Must be able to work overtime and weekends when necessary. Must be able to work in weather extremes (heat, cold, snow, ice, rain, etc.) and on-call to provide emergency services
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded.
Benefits
Benefits for State Employees
State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:
Healthcare Benefits
The State offers its employees comprehensive health insurance, along with a variety of supplemental insurance programs including dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and health savings accounts. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered a generous retirement program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as deferred compensation options that give employees more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as tuition assistance; holidays, annual leave, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and
more. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees.
Note: The above benefits 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 based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
Updated
- Employer
- State of South Carolina
- Phone
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(803) 896-5300
(803) 896-5308 - Website
- https://gjobs.staging.neogov.net/careers/sc
- Address
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O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366
- Employer
- State of South Carolina
- Phone
- (803) 896-5300
- Website
- https://gjobs.staging.neogov.net/careers/sc
- Address
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O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366