Custodian IV

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

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division Administration Physical Plant

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 13.75 - 13.75

Pay Grade

N03

Posting Close Date Open until filled

Shift- 4 AM - 12:30 PM Monday - Friday

Job Summary

Works with the foreman to supervise, coordinate, provide leadership, development of an effective team of custodial personnel, participates in the care, cleaning and general housekeeping of the buildings that are assigned, assists the foreman in ensuring that all assigned task (football, baseball, work orders, etc.) are completed. Performs manual cleaning of the assigned building by the foreman. Uses proper methods and materials in cleaning and care for the building are and equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with the foreman to provide leadership and instruction to small groups of custodians by leading or directing custodial activities during scheduled work periods (including weekends), or when performing special cleaning projects, such as Football, Basketball, Baseball, and other events that are assigned (per work orders) by the supervisor.

• Acts as team lead when the foreman is out and works with the foreman to make work assignments in accordance with predetermined schedules, reviews the work of employees.

• Helps the foreman and lead person when responding 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, vomit waste, and urine).

• The custodial lead must be able to s how knowledge on the following types of equipment: auto scrubbers, swing buffers, burnish machines, wet vacuum, carpet extraction, bathroom machine, ride on concrete scrubbers, ride on scrubbers, and pressure washer.

• Sweep, mop, and scrub floors; dust and clean chalkboards, white-boards and erasers; washes windows, walls, blinds, trash cans, air conditioning grills, and glass doors. Cleans rooms, replenishes supplies, and cleans drinking fountain in assigned buildings. Cleans and polishes brass, empties trash inside and outside, and sweeps entrances, outside steps, and sidewalk. Cleans windows, door areas, and stairwells. Clean other area as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

One year certificate from college or technical school; or 2 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures, professional standards and regulations, safety requirements and a knowledge of basic first aid.

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures, and the use of custodial materials, tools, equipment, and chemicals.

• Skill in managing ones’ own time and the time of others while monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Skill in the operation of office equipment including, but not limited to, multiline telephone, typewriter, calculator, multi-function printer/copy/scan/fax machine and computer as well as computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and the 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.

• Skill in material resources management through obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.

• Ability to obtain a driver’s license prior to employment.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

Enter preferred education and experience here if applicable. Please list preferred certificates, licenses, and registrations that are required.

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.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

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.