Laborer/General Maintenance Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Natchez, MS Job Type Full-Time Staff Job Number FY202600064 Department Facilities Management Opening Date 02/11/2026 Description Benefits Job Title Laborer/General Maintenance Essential Job Functions Mows grass and trims with power mowers and other power tools Weeds flower beds and around shrubs and trees as directed Removes dead branches, prunes and maintains trees Assists with the removal and disposal of trash and debris Rakes or blows leaves and grass Clean floors, hallways, restrooms, common areas, porches, and windows Wax, buffs, and polishes floors Cleans parking lots Moves furniture and sets-up offices and other academic spaces as directed Maintains streets (immediate vicinity of campus) and parking lots Other related duties, as assigned Qualifications Minimum Education: High school dipolar or equivalent Minimum Experience: One (1) year of grounds keeping and/or maintenance experience preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Good communication skills Ability to follow oral and written instructions and express ideas effectively and concisely Ability to operate maintenance and grounds equipment, power and hand tools Ability to work within the overall organization of Facilities Management Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks Ability to organize work to effectively accomplish tasks Ability to apply insecticide and herbicide in a safe and effective manner * Ability to calibrate spraying equipment EEO Statement Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page. Employer Alcorn State University Address 1000 ASU Drive, #390 Lorman, Mississippi, 39096 Phone 6018776188 Website https://www.alcorn.edu/