What You'll be Doing:
As an Associate Custodian, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment in University buildings. Duties include cleaning classrooms, dining courts, offices, research labs, and public spaces. Depending on the position, you may also drive a University-owned vehicle, perform specialized cleaning, lock and unlock buildings, and respond to requests from building occupants.
Work Schedule:
We are hiring for the night shift, with hours of 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Available schedules include:
- Monday–Friday
- Wednesday–Sunday
- Monday–Tuesday and Friday–Sunday
Applicants may indicate their preferred schedule when applying. Final schedules will be determined by the hiring supervisor based on departmental needs.
Job Level: This posting is for both Associate Custodian (S1) and Custodian (S2) positions. The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.
Starting Pay: $15.00 plus $0.70 shift differential for a total of $15.70
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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
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience (S1)
Qualified Candidates Will Need:
- No formal education or experience required
Skills Needed:
- Must complete onboarding training, or be enrolled in program within 90 days of hire
- Must be able to read, speak, and understand English to effectively communicate and understand others
- Basic math skills and good work organization
- Ability to learn and use powered and non-powered floor care equipment
- Must be able to work well with others and work in a team environment
- Learn and follow safety procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment as required
- Ability to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally
- Work outdoors 10% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees
Education and Experience (S2)
Qualified Candidates Will Need:
- Six months of custodial experience
- 24 months of total work experience
Skills Needed:
- Must complete onboarding training, or be enrolled in program, within 90 days of hire
- Must be able to read, speak, and understand English to effectively communicate and understand others
- Basic math skills and good organization required
- Ability to learn and use powered and non-powered floor care equipment
- Must be able to work well with others and work in a team environment
- Learn and follow safety procedures; including the wearing personal protective equipment as required
- Ability to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs frequently, and up to 60 lbs occasionally required
- Work outdoors 10% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees
What's Nice to Have:
- One year of general work experience
- A valid US or Canadian Driver's License
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 1
- Pay Band: S030
- Job Code: 20002509
- Administrative and Operational Support 2
- Pay Band: S030
- Job Code: 20002510
Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
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 Equal Opportunity/Equal Access university.