Campus Custodian II — Cleaning & Facilities Support

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a Custodian II based in Hattiesburg. The role involves manual cleaning of assigned buildings, utilization of commercial cleaning equipment, and maintenance of classrooms and common areas.

Responsibilities include operating vacuums, scrubbers, pressure washers, and carpet machines, plus responding to emergencies after hours. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of related experience in a higher education setting or commercial cleaning environment.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual cleaning of assigned buildings using proper methods and materials.
• Operates equipment such as vacuums, scrubbers, pressure washers, and carpet machines.
• Cleans classrooms, restrooms, and common areas; replenishes supplies.
• Cleans large public areas and venues on campus and handles event-related cleaning.
• Responds to emergencies during and after hours and participates in pre/post emergency activities.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Time management

Emergency response

Attention to detail

Team player

Following instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial cleaning equipment

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a Custodian II based in Hattiesburg. The role involves manual cleaning of assigned buildings, utilization of commercial cleaning equipment, and maintenance of classrooms and common areas.

Responsibilities include operating vacuums, scrubbers, pressure washers, and carpet machines, plus responding to emergencies after hours. Evening and weekend work may be required.