Job Description

Facilities Custodian Professional

Location- Gulfport, MS 39501

Contract- 3 Years

The Facilities Custodian Professional is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment across buildings and surrounding areas. This role involves performing a wide range of custodial and light maintenance tasks, ensuring facilities are properly maintained and hazards are reported in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on attitude, attention to detail, and the physical capability to perform labor-intensive duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wax floors to ensure cleanliness and safety

• Empty and sanitize trash receptacles; collect and sort recycling materials

• Clean, sanitize, and restock bathrooms and other common areas

• Clean and service custodial equipment as required

• Perform minor repairs on furniture, buildings, and general equipment

• Lock and unlock windows, doors, and gates as needed

• Report any safety, sanitary, or fire hazards to the appropriate department

• Ensure grounds and surrounding areas are clean and well-maintained

• Use a forklift to load and unload materials for the Vehicle Maintenance Center

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Prior custodial and groundskeeping experience preferred

• Experience operating a forklift preferred

Required Skills & Physical Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Capable of standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting, and kneeling for extended periods

• Ability to work in varied temperatures and conditions

• Comfortable climbing ladders and working from heights

• Familiarity with custodial tools, equipment, and materials

• Able to safely operate, care for, and store custodial equipment