Custodian II

Custodian IIJob Description:Hinds Community CollegeJob DescriptionsJob Title: Custodian IIReports To: Physical Plant OperationsDepartment: MaintenanceExempt: YesVice President: VP of Physical Plant and Auxiliary ServicesGeneral Statement Of The FunctionAll Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.Qualifications RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education And/Or Experience· High School Diploma or GED – Minimum baseline for entry into the field.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesCleaning & SanitationDaily Maintenance: Sweep, mop, vacuum, and buff floors. Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, and windows.Restroom Upkeep: Sanitize toilets, sinks, and mirrors. Restock essential supplies like soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue.Waste Management: Empty trash and recycling bins, ensuring proper disposal and replacing liners.Specialized Cleaning: Perform deep-cleaning tasks such as carpet shampooing or floor stripping and waxing during scheduled intervals.Facility Maintenance & SecurityMinor Repairs: Replace light bulbs, tighten loose fixtures, and report major maintenance issues to management.Safety & Security: Ensure all doors and windows are locked at the end of shifts. Monitor building heating and cooling systems for basic functionality.External Care: Maintain building entrances by sweeping debris or clearing walkways.Compliance & SafetyChemical Safety: Properly handle, mix, and store cleaning chemicals according to SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and OSHA regulations.Resource Management: Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies and request orders before stock runs low.Required Skills & QualificationsPhysical Stamina: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and perform repetitive motions.Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial cleaning equipment (floor buffers, pressure washers, vacuums).Attention To Detail: A commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.Reliability: Strong time-management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Common RequirementsCategoryRequirementEducationHigh School Diploma or GED preferred.ExperiencePrevious experience in janitorial or custodial work is a plus.TrainingKnowledge of basic sanitation protocols and safety procedures.Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.Supervisory Responsibilities:Physical DemandsThe 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 the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.