Facilities Custodian: Keep Veterans Homes Pristine

State of Louisiana; Jackson (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Veterans Homes is seeking a hardworking custodian to support the housekeeping department in maintaining cleanliness and sanitary conditions of state facilities. No prior experience or training is required, and the role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning, waste handling, furniture setup, and assisting with minor repairs as needed, ensuring a respectful and supportive environment for veterans.

Qualifications

• No experience or training required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans bathrooms, offices, hallways, and any other assigned areas by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing.
• Empties and decontaminates trash containers; may assist in disposing of infectious waste.
• Moves, rearranges, and dusts furniture and fixtures.
• Learns to mix or blend cleaning solutions to proper concentrations as necessary for various tasks.
• Assists in setting up tables, chairs, and other furniture for special meetings, banquets, or other occasions.
• Washes blinds, windows, and walls with prescribed solutions.
• Operates a vacuum for cleaning carpeted areas.
• Strips, decontaminates, and makes beds for patients, residents, students, etc.
• Reports needs for minor building and/or equipment repairs to a higher-level custodian.

Job description

Louisiana Veterans Homes is seeking a hardworking custodian to support the housekeeping department in maintaining cleanliness and sanitary conditions of state facilities. No prior experience or training is required, and the role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning, waste handling, furniture setup, and assisting with minor repairs as needed, ensuring a respectful and supportive environment for veterans.