OE Custodian

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

Position Details

Location Marine Research Center

1030 West Pier, Port of Gulfport

Gulfport, Mississippi, 39501

United States

Division Ocean Enterprise

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded Yes

Pay Grade

N02

Posting Close Date 1/31/2025

Job Summary

This position cleans assigned buildings in a set period of time using proper methods and materials in cleaning and care for building areas and equipment. Participates in other areas of Ocean Enterprise operations as directed. Aids supervisor with special events and projects.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning assigned buildings, sweeps, mops and cleans floors; cleans white boards as directed; washes windows, walls, vents, and glass doors; empties trash cans. Also sets up for events and cleans up afterwards.

• Dusts general areas, vacuums rooms, replenishes supplies and cleans drinking fountains and restrooms. Cleans, sweeps, and mops entrances, outside plazas and walks, as applicable.

• Assists in the maintenance and care of custodial and event services equipment and furnishing such as vacuum cleaners, buffing machines, pressure washers, tables, chairs, tents, podiums, and other related equipment and furnishing as required.

• This position will require participation in call-out responsibilities and may require night shift responsibilities, and weekend work. Performs additional duties as assigned.

• Reports damaged structures and equipment to supervisor.

• Serves as a member of the Ocean Enterprise Essential Personnel and as directed by the Custodial Lead to participate in pre-emergency preparations and post emergency recovery efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One year of custodial or related experience. Driver's License required. Must possess or be able to possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card for access to the Port of Gulfport.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures, professional standards and regulations.

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

• Skilled in managing ones’ own time while completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow instructions.

• 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.

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

• Ability to read and understand instruction manuals and chemical labels.

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

• Ability to operate automatic floor scrubbers and buffers.

• Ability to perform hard floor care to include applying and removing stripper and applying multiple coats of floor wax.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). 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.