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Custodial Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Charleston, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Position: Custodial Technician
Reports to: Custodial Supervisor/Facilities Dept
Location: Downtown Charleston SC
Hours: Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt
Organization Background
A leader in the performing arts in the Southeast the Charleston Gaillard Center commissions supports and presents ambitious multidisciplinary cultural programming and provides access to the best local national and global artists and companies on its stage. Through programming on its public campus and extensive arts education initiatives the Gaillard Center serves as a platform to participate in community building and essential dialogue.
The Gaillard Center was established as a non-profit in 2015. Its campus includes the world-class 1818-seat Martha and John M. Rivers Performance Hall a 26000 square-foot Exhibition Hall that includes the Grand Ballroom and Salons and a Terrace Lawn.
For more information about the Charleston Gaillard Center please visit .
Position Summary
Custodial Technician supports daily facility operations by performing routine and scheduled cleaning in public areas offices restrooms lobbies corridors and event spaces. This role works alongside the facility dept to maintain best-in-class cleanliness adhering to daily/weekly/monthly cleaning tasks. The position may require some weekend and evening work.
Responsibilities
- Daily monitoring: Empty trash/recyclables spot clean spills dust mop/sweep hard floors vacuum high-traffic carpets and police entrances/elevators.
- Restroom maintenance: Sweep/disinfect-mop wipe fixtures/counters restock consumables (soap towels tissue) and sanitize high-touch areas.
- Surface/floor care: Damp wipe walls/surfaces within reach dust horizontal surfaces spot clean glass/mirrors and perform routine floor scrubbing/buffing as scheduled.
- Event prep/support: Assist with pre-event light cleaning or post-event overflow as directed.
- Report hazards malfunctions or maintenance needs to supervisor.
- Maintain janitorial closets/equipment in neat order.
Minimum Qualifications
- 18 years of age; high school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous cleaning/janitorial experience ideally in venues hotels or event spaces.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively regarding job tasks.
- Physically able to lift 2550 lbs. stand/walk for extended periods bend/stoop and work evenings/weekends.
- Reliable transportation and flexible availability for event-based scheduling.
- Strong attention to detail teamwork and customer service orientation in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with floor types (carpet terrazzo marble wood) and safe cleaning methods.
- Experience in high-volume public venues or performing arts facilities.
Skills and Knowledge Required
- Efficiently perform routine cleaning tasks: sweep/dust mop spot mop hard floors vacuum high-traffic carpets spot clean spills/streaks and wipe surfaces
- Safely use janitorial equipment (mops vacuums sprayers) and apply disinfectants/general cleaners following safety guidelines
- Pay close attention to detail to identify and address dirt smudges high-touch contamination and restroom sanitation needs
- Understand basic disinfection practices and safe methods for cleaning various floor types (terrazzo carpet marble wood) waste sorting and venue-specific rules
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with applicable laws
- Applicant must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Physical Requirements
- Physically capable of standing/walking for extended periods bending lifting 2550 lbs. and pushing equipment.
Pay and Benefits
Pay is commensurate with experience. Please state your wage requirements in your cover letter.
The Charleston Gaillard Center provides a competitive benefit package that includes:
- Fully paid medical vision and dental insurance at the employee level
- Optional life and disability insurance
- 4 weeks of paid time off
- 403(b) with a company match
- Free and/or discounted tickets to performances
- Employer paid parking
The Gaillard is an equal opportunity employer. Advancing diversity equity and inclusion within the Gaillard is critical to our mission. To be a leading performing arts center in the Southeast we need to have a highly diverse staff a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging. For us equity means that our staff members our patrons and our clients can experience the transformative power of the arts no matter their starting place.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
The Charleston Gaillard Center commissions, produces, and presents ambitious, multidisciplinary cultural programming and provides access to the best local, national, and global artists and companies. Deeply rooted in the community, the Gaillard is committed to elevating local and regi ... View more
