Senior Custodian, Night
West Lafayette
Saturday, 25 April 2026
#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:hover{color:rgb(252,252,252) !important;}#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:hover{background:rgba(0,0,0,1.0) !important;} Apply now Req Id: 41804 Job Title: Senior Custodian, Night City: West Lafayette Job Description: . What You'll be Doing: As the Night 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. Apply Today! Join a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus beautiful year-round and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family: Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave Retirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global. Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 pm to 6:30 am Hourly Pay: $17.50 plus $0.70 shift differential for a total of $18.20 What We Are Looking For: Education and Experience Qualified Candidates Will Need: 18 months of custodial experience with 3 years of 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 What’s Nice to Have: High school diploma/ GED One year of supervision experience Knowledge of campus buildings and locations What We’d 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 Career Stream Administrative and Operational Support 3 Pay Band S 035 Job Code# 20002511 Career Path Maker: 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. Equal Opportunity Employer: Purdue University is an EA/ EO employer. #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:hover{color:rgb(252,252,252) !important;}#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:hover{background:rgba(0,0,0,1.0) !important;} Apply now Posting Start Date: 4/24/26