Custodian I

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Custodian I.

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi,
United States

Division Administration Physical Plant

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 12.00 - 12.00

Pay Grade N02

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Performs manual cleaning of the assigned building(s). Uses proper methods and materials in cleaning and care for the building area and equipment, participates in the care, cleaning, and general maintenance of the buildings that are assigned, completing all tasks including football, baseball, work orders, etc. as assigned.

• Performs manual cleaningof the assigned building(s). Uses proper methods and materials in cleaning and care for the building area and equipment, participates in the care,cleaning, and general housekeeping of the buildings that are assigned,completing all tasks including football, baseball, work orders, etc.) as assigned.
• Must be able to showknowledge on the following types of equipment: commercial vacuum cleaners (uprights andbackpack vacuums), wet/dry vac, backpack blower, shower machine, andcarpet machines.
• Sweeps, mops, and scrubsfloors; cleans classrooms to include cleaning of desks and tables,chalkboards, white-boards and erasers; washes windows, walls, blinds,trash cans, air conditioning grills, glass and doors. Cleans bathrooms, replenishes supplies,and cleans drinking fountains in assigned buildings. Cleans and polishesbrass and stainless steel. Empties trash inside and outside buildings,sweeps entrances and outside steps, ramps, sidewalks, and cleans buildingssigns. Cleans entrances (including windows, door areas, and entrancemats), sweeps and mops stairwells, vacuums carpeted areas.
• Cleans large public areassuch as football stadium, basketball coliseum, baseball stadium, and Bennett Auditorium. Cleans areas used for special events on campus before andafter the events.
• Unlocks buildings andcleans other areas as assigned in coverage zones.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours. Emergency situations may include;property damage, personal injury, water leaks, flooding,overflowing restroom fixtures, broken window or door glass,and accidents resulting in the appearance of bodily fluids (blood, vomitwaste, and urine).
• Serves as a member of the Physical Plant Essential Personnel and as directed by the Physical Plantparticipates in pre-emergency preparations and post emergency recoveryefforts.
• Additional duties as assigned by Custodial Leadership.

High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures, professional standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures, and the use of custodial materials, tools, equipment, and chemicals.
• Skill in managing ones’ own time while completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to react and respond quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to operate personal computer with a general understanding of application software, and an understanding of the internet.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Three (3) months of related experience in a higher education setting or commercial cleaning environment.

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