Campus Custodial Supervisor - Lead Cleaning and Safety

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Contributions

Educational Opportunities

Comprehensive Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking custodial staff to work independently under limited supervision and provide cleaning support across campus, including vacancies and temporary assignments.

The role responds to customer needs, assists with snow removal, and may work in restricted areas following required training. Purdue offers paid time off, retirement contributions, educational opportunities, comprehensive insurance and life insurance.

Qualifications

• 18 months custodial experience with 3 years total work experience
• Must have completed Building Services Custodial Development Program, or be enrolled within 90 days of hire
• Ability to supervise and train small groups (3–10)
• Able to read, write and speak English; communicate effectively with supervisor, coworkers and customers
• Basic math and computer skills for communication
• Knowledge of building maintenance and security policies/procedures
• Valid driver’s license (US or Canada)

Responsibilities

• Work independently under limited supervision to provide custodial and specialized cleaning across campus
• Respond to customer needs and use judgment based on experience and established practices
• Assist with campus crises to enhance public safety and minimize damage
• Respond to emergency calls and assist with snow/ice removal
• May work in restricted access areas requiring specialized training or certification
• Support a team and cover vacancies as needed

Skills

Custodial experience

Supervision ability

Communication

Organization

Power floor care equipment

Reading/writing English

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Floor care equipment

Job description

Purdue University is seeking custodial staff to work independently under limited supervision and provide cleaning support across campus, including vacancies and temporary assignments.

The role responds to customer needs, assists with snow removal, and may work in restricted areas following required training. Purdue offers paid time off, retirement contributions, educational opportunities, comprehensive insurance and life insurance.