Custodian 2

State of Louisiana; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance options

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vision insurance

Holidays and leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

South Louisiana Community College, operating campuses in Opelousas and surrounding areas, is seeking a Custodian 2 to maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep. The role is domiciled on the Opelousas Campus and requires a minimum of six months in custodial work, with the ability to lift 25+ lbs and follow established cleaning schedules.

The appointment type is probational, and the college offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive leave, and retirement options as part of the Louisiana

Qualifications

• Six months of custodial or related experience.
• Ability to lift 25+ lbs.
• Able to follow cleaning schedules.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and bathrooms.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop and maintain floors per schedule.
• Refill restroom dispensers to ensure supplies.
• Perform floor maintenance using industrial machinery.
• Notify inventory needs for janitorial supplies.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual deep cleaning tasks.

Skills

Custodial experience

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Tools

Industrial-grade machinery

Job description

South Louisiana Community College is a comprehensive community college that operates campuses in Abbeville, Crowley, Franklin, Lafayette, Morgan City, New Iberia, Opelousas, St. Martinville, and Ville Platte. The college serves approximately 12,000 students annually and offers an array of academic programs. Students earn associate degrees, technical diplomas, certificates, and industry-based certifications. The college was recognized as the “Best Community College in Louisiana” for 2023 by Intelligent.com and BestColleges.com, trusted resources for college rankings and higher education planning.

The mission of South Louisiana Community College is to transform and enrich the lives of individuals and communities. SoLAcc commits to providing skills and knowledge through a dynamic learning environment where students realize their potential, compete in today’s global economy, and learn to solve the complex problems of tomorrow.

The Custodian 2 is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and custodial upkeep of all assigned spaces by the Facilities Department management.

Six months of experience in custodial, housekeeping, groundskeeping, or food service work.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Clean and sanitize restroom and bathroom areas using established practices and procedures.
• Ensure all floors are swept, vacuumed, mopped, and maintained in accordance with the Master Cleaning Schedule and as assigned.
• Refill all restroom dispensers to ensure an adequate supply of paper products as assigned.
• Performs specialized floor maintenance and upkeep utilizing established protocols and industrial‑grade machinery.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for the notification of janitorial supply inventory needs.
• Complete all monthly, quarterly, and annual deep cleaning tasks identified in the Master Cleaning Schedule and as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Learned physical skill is required for proper, safe lifting and material handling techniques. Must be able to lift and move heavy equipment and material (25+) lbs.

Position Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Work Location: This position is domiciled on the Opelousas Campus.

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, South Louisiana Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Justin Hernandez
SoLAcc Executive Director of Campus Operations & Institutional Services
337-521-8901
[e-mail]

Passing a pre‑employment criminal background and drug screen are required as a condition of employment. South Louisiana Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. South Louisiana Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.