Custodian Cabrini Campus

Villanova University; Radnor (Delaware County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking a full-time Custodian for the Cabrini Campus in Radnor, PA. Under supervision, the custodian performs general cleaning duties across dormitory, office, and public facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include trash removal, dusting, mopping, glass cleaning, restroom sanitation, and reporting equipment issues. This role supports campus operations and requires physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to interact with students, faculty, and staff in a positive manner.
• Capable of lifting up to 60 lbs and performing physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and dispose of trash, including recyclable materials.
• Dust, sweep, and/or dry mop; wet mop and spot mop.
• Operate walk-behind or ride-on floor machine, wet vac, and carpet extractor.
• Clean glass inside areas and entrance glass; sanitize restrooms.
• Report equipment damage or malfunctions to supervisor.
• Perform other duties within the department’s normal scope.

Skills

Follow directions

Customer interaction

Lift up to 60 lbs

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: 20260362S

Position Title: Custodian Cabrini Campus

Position Type: Staff

Location: Radnor, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Department: 815-Cabrini Custodial Services

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .

Under the moderate direction of a supervisor, performs general cleaning duties within dormitory, office, and other public facilities areas.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Pick up and dispose of trash, to include the proper handling of recyclable materials.
• Dusts, sweeps, and/or dry mops.
• Wet mops and/or spot mops.
• Operates walk-behind or ride-on floor machine, wet vac, & carpet extractor.
• Cleans glass:
  • All inside areas that can be safely reached.
  • All entrance glass, including doors, inside and out.
  • Sanitizes washrooms, showers, and toilet facilities (dormitories only).
  • Fills all dispensers in restrooms.
  • Vacuums and cleans carpets and walk-off mats.
  • Washes walls, woodwork, light fixtures, inside of windows, and other glass.
  • Removes snow and ice and cleans and/or picks up debris, such as leaves and paper, around entrances and fire exits (including fire escapes [dormitories only]) from the steps, and from the steps and walkways (generally distanced of ten feet or less) leading to buildings.
  • Reports to immediate supervisor or to work control damage and/or malfunction of equipment observed within assigned areas.
• Performs other duties assigned within the normal scope of the department’s

Minimum Qualifications

responsibilities and the individual’s capabilities.

• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions.
• Ability to interact with customers (students, faculty, administration), co-workers, and supervisors in a positive and helpful manner.
• Must be able to climb ladders, to bend and reach, and to lift (up to 60 lbs.)

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to work with customers (students Faculty and Staff).
• Must be able to climb ladders, bend and reach, and lift up to 60 lbs.

Special Message To Applicants

• Day Shift: 7:0 am - 3:30 pm
• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

Posting Date: 09/16/2026

Salary Posting Information

$19.97/hr.

Salary Grade

UNION

Job Classification

union

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