Custodian II - Early Shift

$12 - $12/Yr

University of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS

Full-time

Hattiesburg, MS

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Custodian II - Early Shift. This position is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and is a full-time staff role. The working hours are Monday to Friday from 4 AM to 12:30 PM. The role involves performing manual cleaning of assigned buildings, using proper methods and materials, and participating in the care and maintenance of the buildings. Responsibilities include cleaning various areas, responding to emergencies, and completing tasks as assigned by custodial leadership.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Completes all tasks including football, baseball, work orders, etc. as assigned.
• Cleans classrooms, including desks, 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.
• Cleans and polishes brass and stainless steel.
• Empties trash inside and outside buildings, sweeps entrances and outside steps.
• Cleans large public areas such as football stadium, basketball coliseum, and baseball stadium.
• Unlocks buildings and cleans other areas as assigned in coverage zones.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours.
• Serves as a member of the Physical Plant Essential Personnel.
• Participates in pre-emergency preparations and post-emergency recovery efforts.
• Completes additional duties as assigned by Custodial Leadership.

Requirements

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Six (6) months of related experience in a higher education setting or commercial cleaning environment.
• 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 one's 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.