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United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Nov 2025

About the role

The 12-month Custodian position will perform basic housekeeping duties, including but not limited to: sweeping and mopping floors, vacuum carpet and upholstery dust and polish furniture, shelving, etc., empty and clean trash containers, dispose of trash properly, clean, sanitize, and restock bathrooms, clean kitchen/ break areas, clean glass surfaces, and clean entry doors and all windows inside and outside.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds 
  • Must be able to work from 4ft step ladder, continuously walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and squat 
  • Must be able to perform limited high work requiring stretching and reaching above head and shoulders
  • Minimum one (1) year experience and working knowledge with janitorial equipment and supplies
  • High school diploma or equivalency preferred

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  1. Efficiently perform basic housekeeping duties, including but not limited to: 
    1. Sweep and mop floors
    2. Vacuums carpet and upholstery
    3. Dust and polish furniture, shelving, etc.
    4. Empty and clean trash containers, dispose of trash in a sanitary manner
    5. Clean, sanitize, and restock bathroom facilities
    6. Clean kitchen/ breakroom areas
    7. Wipes down glass surfaces.
    8. All other duties as assigned.
  2. Respond to calls for housekeeping problems, such as spills, special needs, etc.
  3. Appropriately use and dispense janitorial chemicals as needed
  4. Contribute to overall housekeeping team efforts in a professional manner.  Position is customer focused and requires verbal communication.
  5. Maintain a professional work environment, abiding by NWCC rules and policies.
  6. Participate in daily team meetings.  Attend safety meetings.
  7. Available to respond to housekeeping needs during after hour emergencies and inclement weather events.     
  8. Report directly to Supervisor of Custodial Services.
  9. Any and all other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor of Custodial Services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the Custodian is regularly required to do the following:

  • Stand for long periods 
  • Communicate with others in person
  • Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
  • Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel
  • Lift and/or move items of up to 50 pounds

 

  APPLICATION:

To apply, please submit and attach the following:

  • Application at www.northwestms.edu
  • Resume
  • Three (3) Professional References:  Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that “Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students’ lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.” 

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all

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