Custodian Cabrini Campus

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Rosemont (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking a Custodian for Cabrini Campus in Radnor, PA. This full-time, 12-month position supports Custodial Services with routine cleaning across dormitories, offices, and common areas.

The role requires physical work, including lifting up to 60 lbs, and driving basic cleaning tasks with floor machines and vacuums. The position offers a day shift from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Sunday through Thursday, under the supervision of the Cabrini Custodial team.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions.
• Ability to interact with students, faculty and staff in a positive manner.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning in dormitories, offices, and public areas.
• Dispose of trash and manage recyclables, restocking dispensers.
• Dust, sweep, mop, and clean glass, walls and fixtures.
• Operate floor care equipment and remove snow/ice near entrances as needed.
• Report any equipment malfunctions to a supervisor.

Skills

Follow directions

Customer service

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Ladder climbing

Cleanliness

Tools

Floor machines

Wet vac

Carpet extractor

Job description

Custodian Cabrini Campus

Posting Details (Default Section) 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 Avg Hours Week Department: 815-Cabrini Custodial Services

• Day Shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

Position Summary:

• 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
  responsibilities and the individual’s capabilities.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.)

Preferred Qualifications: 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: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Schedule: Sunday – Thursday

Posting Date: 09/16/2026 Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Salary Posting Information: $19.97/hr. Salary Grade: UNION Job Classification: union

References Needed

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Documents needed to complete your application:

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

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