Weekend Custodian Lead — Campus Cleaning & Safety

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Contributions

Educational Opportunities

Comprehensive Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking a Senior Custodian (Weekend) to work on campus in West Lafayette. You will cover vacancies, assist with cleaning, and respond to campus needs, emergencies, and snow removal on a weekend schedule.

The role requires custodial experience, supervision capability, and good English communication. Hourly pay starts at $18.20 with a shift differential; Purdue offers PTO, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• 18 months of custodial experience with 3 years total work experience.
• Must have completed Building Services Custodial Development Program, or be enrolled in program within 90 days of hire
• Ability to supervise and train small (3 – 10) groups
• Ability to read, write and speak English; must communicate effectively with supervisor, coworkers, 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
• Valid US or Canadian driver's license

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Custodial experience

English comms

Supervision ability

Reading & writing

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Floor care equipment

Job description

Purdue University is seeking a Senior Custodian (Weekend) to work on campus in West Lafayette. You will cover vacancies, assist with cleaning, and respond to campus needs, emergencies, and snow removal on a weekend schedule.

The role requires custodial experience, supervision capability, and good English communication. Hourly pay starts at $18.20 with a shift differential; Purdue offers PTO, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, and comprehensive insurance.