Job Description
Req Id:
39277
Job Title:
Weekend Senior Custodian, Night
City:
west lafayette
Job Description:
What You'll be Doing:
As a Weekend Senior Custodian (Night), you will:
- Work independently under limited supervision, provide custodial and specialized cleaning support to cover vacancies and supplement work crews anywhere on campus.
- Respond to customer needs and requests, often relying on personal judgment and application of previous experience and knowledge of established practices and procedures.
- Respond to campus crises situations to enhance public safety and minimize infrastructure damage.
- Respond to emergency calls and assist with snow and ice removal.
- May work in restricted access areas that require highly specialized procedures, training, or certification.
Apply Today!
Join a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus beautiful year-round and enjoy a benefits packaged designed for you and your family – both now and in the future:
- Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave
- Retirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income
- Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.
- Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
DAYS/HOURS: Monday-Friday, 10:30 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Hourly Rate: $17.50 plus $0.45 shift differential for a total of $17.95
What We Are Looking For:
Education and Experience
Required:
- Eighteen months of custodial experience with three years total work experience
- Must have completed Building Services Custodial Development Program, or be enrolled in program within 90 days of hir
- Ability to supervise and train small (3 – 10) group
- Ability to read, write and speak English; must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor, co-workers, and customers both verbally and in writing
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematics and effectively communicate via a computer
- Good work organization ability
- Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding building maintenance and security
- Working knowledge of power and non-powered floor care equipment
- Personal protective equipment will be required during specific work duties as determined by the department
- Ability to lift and carry 25-50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally required
- Ability to work efficiently and professionally in a fast paced and diverse team setting
- Will work outdoors 10% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees or above 90 degrees
- A valid US or Canadian driver's license
Preferred:
- High school diploma/GED
- One year of supervision experience
- Knowledge of campus buildings and locations
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)
- Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
- 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
Posting Start Date:
10/14/25