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Senior Custodian (Evening) - Building Services

Company:
Purdue University
Location:
West Lafayette, IN
Posted:
April 21, 2025
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Description:

Job Summary

As a Senior Custodian, 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.

Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

About Us:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation. Our campus is a place of unrivaled pride, where every team member plays a crucial role in supporting our mission of learning and discovery.

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 hire

Ability to supervise and train small (3 – 10) groups

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

What We Would Like You to Know:

To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE

Purdue 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

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture of tight community and unlimited potential.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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