Job Description
Req Id:
39126
Job Title:
Custodian, Lead
City:
West Lafayette
Job Description:
What You'll Be Doing:
As the Night Lead Custodian Crew Chief, you will:
- Ensure the cleanliness, safety and appearance of assigned buildings in accordance with established standards
- Plan and coordinate daily work assignments to cover vacancies, provide continuous delivery of services, and ensure equitable distribution of work
- Train, coach, support and supervise custodians in single or multiple locations
- Interface with customers to resolve problems and complaints and respond to queries
- Maintain an inventory of custodial tools, supplies and equipment and maintain on-site administrative records
- Perform custodial duties to cover vacancies, absences or special requests
- Required to respond to campus crises situations to enhance public safety and minimize infrastructure damage
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Hourly Pay: $19.25 plus a shift differential of $.70 for a total of $19.95
What We're Looking For
Required:
- High school diploma/GED
- A valid US or Canadian driver's license
- 2 years of custodial experience with 4 years of total work experience
- 1 year of supervision experience
Preferred:
- Knowledge of campus buildings and locations
Helpful:
- Must have completed initial entry training, or be enrolled in program within 90 days of hire
- Must be able to functionally supervise and train moderate sized (12 – 18) groups
- Ability to read, write and speak English is required; must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers, fill out work orders, give and direct work assignments, and communicate both verbally and in writing with customers
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematics
- Good work organization ability
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Must be able to work well with others
- Working knowledge of powered and non-powered floor care equipment
- Computer experience
- Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding building maintenance and security
- Ability to lift and carry 10 to 25 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally required
- Required to work outdoors 10% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees
Additional Information:
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Non-exempt (Eligible For Overtime) OR Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan OR Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
- Purdue University is an EO/EA employer
Career Stream
- Administrative and Operational Support 4
- Job Code: 20002512
- Pay Band: S040
- Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
Posting Start Date:
10/3/25