Custodian

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to perform general janitorial and custodial work to maintain assigned BHA buildings and grounds, keeping common areas clean and clear of debris and ensuring that the central office and other designated areas are safe and free of hazards for employees, residents, and visitors.  

All activities must support the Biloxi Housing Authority (“BHA” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

The following is a listing of the key duties and responsibilities of this position, and the skills, experience and knowledge required for the employee in this position. The listed duties should not be considered as a complete listing of all the work requirements, but a representative listing of the key duties of the position. Additional tasks to those listed below may be required, and individuals holding this position may be required to work in other areas of the housing authority to equalize or balance the workload, cover absences, or for other business needs of the Authority.

1. Performs custodial tasks at the central office and locations as requested, including but not limited to, cleaning floors, restrooms, trash cans, halls, stairways, hallways and kitchens.
2. Performs preventative maintenance, including but not limited to: replacing light bulbs, cleaning dryer vents, changing furnace/air-conditioner filters.
3. Sweeps, vacuums, and wet mops all assigned areas, including, but not limited to: stairways, halls, laundry centers, building entrances, and common areas.
4. Cleans or polishes walls, ceilings, windows, and building fixtures. Applies wax or sealers to wood, concrete, and tiled floors as appropriate.
5. Cleans and maintains several rooms and machinery (e.g., pictures, air filters, soap dispensers, and furniture).
6. Performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties, including but not limited to: ensuring walkways and entryways are clear of dirt, and snow; maintains grounds by routinely picking up litter, raking leaves, and removing trash; operates and maintains watering systems; waters grass and plants in landscaped areas.
7. Notifies the Maintenance Supervisor of requests for materials/supplies, major repairs, or additions to building operating systems.
8. Assists in building security, locking, and unlocking access to Authority buildings.
9. Assists with furniture set up, equipment moves, and meeting set-up as needed.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

1. High school diploma or GED and one (1) or more years of related custodial experience, preferably relating to office cleaning and office building maintenance.
2. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which, in the sole determination of the Housing Authority, provides the required knowledge and abilities may be considered sufficient.