Custodian - Southaven

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 and Assistant Supervisor of Custodial Services.
9. Any and all other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor of Custodial Services.

 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).

Affirmative Action 

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 forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu. 

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.