Senior Weekend Custodian

Job Description

• 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.

Saturday–Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour, plus benefits.

• 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

• 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
• High school diploma/GED (Nice to have)
• One year of supervision experience (Nice to have)
• Knowledge of campus buildings and locations (Nice to have)

• 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

Purdue University is an EA/EO employer.