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University of Southern Mississippi | Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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

118 College Drive

United States Division Administration Physical Plant Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Salary Range 12.50 - 12.50 Pay Grade N02

Shift Monday-Friday 7:30AM to 4:00PM

Job Summary

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 as assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs manual cleaning of the assigned building(s) using proper methods and materials.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the following types of equipment: commercial vacuum cleaners (uprights and backpack vacuums), wet/dry vac, backpack blower, auto scrubbers, pressure washer, shower machine, and carpet machines.
• Sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors; cleans classrooms, including desks, tables, chalkboards, whiteboards, 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 polishes brass and stainless steel. Empties trash inside and outside buildings, sweeps entrances and outside steps, ramps, sidewalks, and cleans building signs.
• Cleans large public areas such as football stadium, basketball coliseum, baseball stadium, and Bennett Auditorium. Cleans areas used for special events on campus before and after the events.
• Unlocks buildings and cleans other areas as assigned in coverage zones.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours, including property damage, personal injury, water leaks, flooding, overflowing restroom fixtures, broken window or door glass, and accidents involving bodily fluids.
• Serves as a member of the Physical Plant Essential Personnel and participates in pre-emergency preparations and post-emergency recovery efforts as directed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Custodial Leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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 a personal computer with a general understanding of application software and the internet.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.