Custodian I: Campus & Residential Cleaning Pro

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking a custodial staff member to perform routine cleaning and upkeep for academic, office, and guest housing facilities in Starkville. Duties include floor care, windows, surfaces, trash removal, and light maintenance tasks as needed.

The role emphasizes following detailed instructions, working with others, and meeting standard cleaning practices within a university setting. Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to work with others and to receive and follow instructions.
• Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources Management.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, dust mop, wet mop and scrub floors.
• Clean windows, mirrors, walls, doors and other building surfaces.
• Clean, wax, and buff floors.
• Clean building and residential guest house restroom facilities and replenish supplies.
• Collect trash and empty in trash collector containers.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and other materials as requested.
• Dust and polish furniture.
• Report repair needs.
• May change light bulbs and spray rooms for pests.
• May vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• May perform routine residential or guest housing domestic cleaning, such as kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom detail, daily laundering services, bed linen changes, and the stocking of toiletries
• May assist with pre- and post-event related support and cleaning in buildings and guest housing
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking a custodial staff member to perform routine cleaning and upkeep for academic, office, and guest housing facilities in Starkville. Duties include floor care, windows, surfaces, trash removal, and light maintenance tasks as needed.

The role emphasizes following detailed instructions, working with others, and meeting standard cleaning practices within a university setting. Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds are required.