CCS Grows Higher Ed Biz with Cornell College

HOUSTON -- CCS Facility Services, a provider of custodial services, has partnered with Cornell College of Mount Vernon, Iowa, marking its first engagement in the state and a strategic expansion of its higher education footprint.

This expansion reflects CCS Facility Services’ disciplined approach to growth—entering new markets intentionally when the company can deliver the same level of consistency, staffing stability, and operational oversight that higher education partners expect.

“Entering Iowa is an exciting milestone for our organization,” said Meghan Santella, Vice President of Education at CCS Facility Services. “We grow by design, not by volume. This new partnership builds on our long-standing experience serving colleges and universities nationwide, and we’re proud to bring that expertise to Cornell College.”

Cornell College joins a growing list of colleges and universities that rely on CCS Facility Services to maintain clean, safe, and well-managed campus environments.

The company brings decades of experience supporting higher education institutions with custodial programs designed to meet the operational demands of academic buildings, residence halls, common areas, and campus events.

It partners closely with facilities teams to ensure janitorial programs align with institutional standards, schedules, and campus priorities.

CCS’ higher education service model emphasizes consistent staffing, proactive communication, and operational flexibility to support the 24-hour nature of campus life.

The company’s commitment to employee retention contributes significantly to service consistency for higher education partners. CCS Facility Services maintains industry-leading retention rates, exceeding the janitorial industry’s national average by more than 300 percent. This workforce stability translates into experienced staff who develop familiarity — and feel pride in service — with the campus they serve, thereby enhancing consistent service quality.

Professional development also represents a core component of the CCS Facility Services model. The company prioritizes promoting from within, with more than 80 percent of supervisors, managers, and senior team members having advanced through internal promotion. Employee engagement surveys show 93 percent of staff recommend CCS Facility Services as a workplace.

With this new engagement, CCS Facility Services continues to expand its geographic reach while reinforcing its position as a trusted custodial partner for higher education institutions across the United States.

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