Facilities Custodian Professional 4P​/196

Facilities Custodian Professional

Location
- Gulfport, MS 39501

Contract- 3 Years

The Facilities Custodian Professional is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment across buildings and surrounding areas. This role involves performing a wide range of custodial and light maintenance tasks, ensuring facilities are properly maintained and hazards are reported in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on attitude, attention to detail, and the physical capability to perform labor-intensive duties.

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wax floors to ensure cleanliness and safety
• Empty and sanitize trash receptacles; collect and sort recycling materials
• Clean, sanitize, and restock bathrooms and other common areas
• Clean and service custodial equipment as required
• Perform minor repairs on furniture, buildings, and general equipment
• Lock and unlock windows, doors, and gates as needed
• Report any safety, sanitary, or fire hazards to the appropriate department
• Ensure grounds and surrounding areas are clean and well-maintained
• Use a forklift to load and unload materials for the Vehicle Maintenance Center

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior custodial and groundskeeping experience preferred
• Experience operating a forklift preferred

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Capable of standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting, and kneeling for extended periods
• Ability to work in varied temperatures and conditions
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working from heights
• Familiarity with custodial tools, equipment, and materials
• Able to safely operate, care for, and store custodial equipment