Description

Job Description Summary
The Grounds and Maintenance Technician at the Medical University of South Carolina's Office of Parking Management is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of 6 parking garages, 45 surface lots, 67 gated lanes, and eight attendant booths. This position primarily involves outdoor work in various weather conditions while adhering to all safety practices and standards. The Grounds Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Classified

Cost Center
CC002126 Parking Management

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

Pay Grade
University-03

Pay Range
28,060.00 - 39,991.00 - 51,923.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Manager and Assistant Manager for Parking Maintenance and Facilities, these positions are responsible for the routine upkeep of all campus parking areas. They are responsible for ensuring that all parking-related systems, equipment, and grounds are safe, fully functional, and well-maintained.

Job Responsibilities:

35% - Operates maintenance equipment using street sweepers, golf carts, backpack blowers, and pressure washers while ensuring Amano ticket kiosks, sandwich boards, and other customer service stations remain functional and presentable.

35% - Performs routine cleaning tasks to maintain the appearance and sanitation of parking garages, including mopping elevator floors, cleaning elevator interiors and exteriors, deodorizing key areas, and sanitizing emergency call boxes and trash cans. Ensures cleanliness of signs, gates, and public touchpoints, regularly empties trash cans, collects litter and debris, and addresses cobwebs and graffiti to enhance facility aesthetics and safety. Additional responsibilities include removing stains and grime from surfaces and completing maintenance tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

15% - Work involves using tools such as safety gear, post-hole diggers, sledgehammers, cordless drills, shovels, and push brooms for basic repairs.

5% - Assists with maintaining the parking system, which includes overseeing the gate control system, repairing damaged gate housings and arms, installing parking gates, and performing routine preventative maintenance. Identify issues with lighting and other building systems, reporting them to the supervisor for further action.

5% - Collaborate closely with the Community Service and Patient Visitor units within the Office of Parking Management to address both operational and maintenance needs. Assist with construction projects and storm preparation, as well as efforts to ensure both internal offices and external booths are maintained.

5% - Assists with maintenance of lines and markings in parking facilities by installing wheel stops and regulatory signs, managing the inventory of parking equipment and repair parts, and keeping preventive maintenance records updated. They also perform other duties as directed by the maintenance supervisor.

Additional Job Description
Minimum Requirements: One year of trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Some positions require a commercial driver's license. Some positions require EPA-approved freon recovery certification. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Continuous) Ability to climb. (Continuous) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Continuous) Ability to work below ground. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Continuous) Ability to bend. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to crawl while performing job functions. (Frequent) Possess good grip strength. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, assisted. (Frequent) Ability to carry objects on plane, on ladders, up stairs, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull equipment carts. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to operate winches, come-alongs, jacks, etc. (Continuous) Possess maintain dexterity in order to use hand tools, both manual and powered. (Continuous) Ability to qualify physically for respirator use. (Continuous) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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