Custodian I or

II 510271

Main Campus

• Starkville, MS Mississippi
• Main Campus 185900
• CVM Facilities Engineering Support Staff Full-Time 12-Month Opening on: Feb 18 2026 Add to favorites View favorites

Position Function:

To perform duties necessary for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings.

Salary Grade :

CS

• 1 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.

Area of Specialization:

Facilities Anticipated Appointment Date:

March 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Sweep, dust mop, wet mop and scrub floors. 2. Clean windows, mirrors, walls, doors and other building surfaces. 3. Clean, wax and buff floors. 4. Clean restroom facilities and replenish supplies. 5. Collect trash and empty in trash collection containers. 6. Move furniture, equipment, supplies and other materials as requested. 7. Dust and polish furniture. 8. May change light bulbs and spray rooms for pests. 9. May vacuum and shampoo carpets. 10. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ability to read and write. 2. Ability to work with others and to receive and follow instructions. 3. Willingness to work long hours.

• or•Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources Management.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Grade school education. 2. Experience in custodial work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent telephone and email communication skills, especially related to client service. Must be capable of working in a team environment comprised of doctors, staff, and students to provide veterinary care of patients and aid in the instruction of veterinary students and veterinary technology students. 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:

Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/ Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please include a cover letter and resume along with names and addresses of at least three references.

Screening Date:

February 25, 2026, until filled.

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, (662) 325-5839. What do I do if I need an accommodation? In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu . If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu . Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired. Back to job listing