Custodian II
Mississippi State University
Custodial Services Position
To perform duties necessary for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings. This position is responsible for custodial services operations, supply inventory and ordering of supplies, emergency calls, etc. This is a "safety-sensitive" position.
Salary Grade: CUS-2
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile: Throughout its history, Mississippi State University-Extension Service (MSU-Extension) has demonstrated a deep and abiding commitment to programs that directly impact young children and their families. In the past decade, MSU-Extension has distinguished itself as Mississippi's premier infrastructural support of high-quality early childhood education.
Area of Specialization: MSU-Extension Head Start Programs - Harrison County
Anticipated Appointment Date: October 2025.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the following core functions and performs other tasks as needed:
- Ensure the quality of work, cleanliness of buildings, and to certify that safety procedures are followed; document, report, or correct any infractions.
- Cleans all facilities over which s/he has primary responsibility, including regular cleaning of exposed spaces, bathrooms, and floors.
- Performs a monthly inventory of supplies; survey equipment within schools and ensure that repairs are made in a timely manner.
- Replenishes and distributes supplies and equipment in a timely manner to ensure the continued performance of custodial services and assigned locations.
- Ensures, through documentation, that all team standards and procedures are performed at assigned sites.
- Reviews and tests new cleaning products for vendors; recommend new products for consideration.
- Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.
- Performs any and all other duties (or functions) as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: 2 years in custodial work.
Licensures: Successfully completes and maintains basic First Aid and CPR certification.
Valid Driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
• AA/AS preferred
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 15% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• 2+ years' experience in a related field
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Basic knowledge of OSHA Standards and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods
• Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications and other basic data systems including internet navigation.
• Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Travel required locally or long-distance up to 15% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc. Occasional-Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; travel or other inconveniences have advance notice; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor. Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Job occasionally requires sitting, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting more than 100 pounds. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
All applicants MUST apply online at to be considered for this position. The following documents and information are required for application:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact information for at least three professional references
Screening Date: October 26, 2025, until filled.
Restricted Clause: Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, View phone number on click.appcast.io.
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