Custodian

  • Purdue University
  • West Lafayette, Indiana
  • Full Time

Req Id: 30428

Job Title: Custodian

City: Fort Wayne

Job Description:

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

We are currently seeking a full-time, on-site, Custodian in our Building Services department. This position maintains and performs custodial duties within assigned university building area(s). The pay for this position is $13/hr.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily general cleaning duties in assigned area that includes - classrooms, offices, labs, restrooms, stairwells, and hallways.
  • Trash removal.
  • Floor care - sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, stripping and refinishing floors, carpet cleaning
  • Assist with special event set-up and removal of tables and chairs.
  • Ensure adequate supplies are in stock.
  • Perform routine facility and equipment inspections and inform supervisor of needed repairs.

Required Qualifications:

  • A High School Diploma or GED.
  • Ability to operate commercial floor care equipment and climb ladders.
  • Move, lift, carry, push and pull 10 to 25 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods, materials and equipment.

Benefits:

  • Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
  • Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
  • Insurance starts on first day of employment.
  • Generous Paid Time Off - additional PTO in December.
  • Additional benefit information:

Additional Information:

  • Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
  • 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 Fort Wayne is an EEO/EA employer.

Apply now

Posting Start Date: 2/19/24

Job ID: 486791699
Originally Posted on: 7/25/2025

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