Custodian I-Gulfport,MS|Gulfport,MS,USA,MS|Global Connections To

Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is a respected nationwide organization dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities, including war-wounded veterans. Since its establishment in 1986, GCE has been at the forefront of advocating for inclusive hiring practices by matching team members to rewarding careers across various sectors such as custodial services, facilities maintenance, food services, and several other business lines in between. Working collaboratively with a diverse range of customers, including the U.S. military, commercial businesses, community partners, as well as federal, state, and local governments, GCE proudly stands as one of the largest private employers of persons with disabilities in the United States. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive and accessible work environment tailored to meet the needs of its employees. The role of Custodian at GCE involves safely and efficiently performing janitorial duties assigned by management to ensure a clean and orderly environment for customers and staff. This position demands a strong commitment to quality service, requiring team members to be attentive, reliable, and proactive in maintaining the cleanliness and safety standards of the assigned facilities. Custodians at GCE must demonstrate knowledge and a willingness to learn all aspects relevant to their responsibilities, including proper use and handling of cleaning chemicals, adherence to safety protocols, and flexibility to adapt to customer schedules that may include early morning, mid-morning, afternoon, evening hours, weekends, and holidays. Furthermore, the Custodian role entails various physical activities such as bending, crouching, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching above the head, sitting (primarily while driving), and lifting up to 40 pounds regularly, with occasional lifts or moves up to 50 pounds. While most work typically occurs indoors, custodians may be required to travel to and from multiple locations and work under different weather conditions throughout the year. Additionally, Custodians must comply with emergency operational work assignments as designated by customer requirements. GCE also ensures reasonable accommodations are made for individuals with disabilities to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The organization values professionalism and expects team members to follow instructions carefully, whether oral or written, and to interact appropriately with customers, government personnel, and fellow staff members. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for specific work assignments and pass all organizational screening procedures, including state or federal background checks as applicable. GCE is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply, and maintains a drug-free workplace policy requiring drug testing as a condition of employment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through GCE's career portal or contact the Human Resources department for assistance. This full-time custodian position offers a unique opportunity to work within an organization that truly values diversity, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals with disabilities. By joining GCE, custodians become part of a larger mission dedicated to changing the landscape of employment, providing vital services to a variety of public and private sector clients, and contributing to communities nationwide.

• must understand oral and/or written instructions
• must interact appropriately with customers, government personnel, and staff members
• meet eligibility requirements for specified contract work assignments
• must pass organization screening requirements including state or federal background screenings
• be able to work various shifts including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• able to lift regularly up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• able to travel to and work at various locations under different weather conditions