Jobs
My ads
My job alerts
Sign in
Find a job Career Tips Companies
Find

Custodian, senior (adelaide)

Adelaide
Purdue University
Janitor
Posted: 5 October
Offer description

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Senior Custodian (Night), 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.

Take action now and become part of Purdue's story of excellence in research, education, and campus maintenance. Apply today to join our team and help shape the future of our university's environment. Your role will be crucial in maintaining the spaces where breakthroughs happen, supporting Purdue's $600 million research enterprise through your dedication to cleanliness and safety.

Days/Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 10:30 pm to 7:00 am

Hourly Rate: $17.50 plus $0.70 shift differential for a total of $18.20

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 rapid 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

Additional Information:

- Purdue University 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)OR Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan OR Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Packageincluding medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
- Purdue University is an EO/EA employer

Career Stream

- Administrative and Operational Support 3
- Pay Band: S035
- Job Code: 20002511

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Custodian, Senior
🏢 Purdue University
📍 Adelaide

Send an application
Create a job alert
Alert activated
Saved
Save
Similar job
Workplace concierge
Adelaide
Jll
Janitor
Similar job
Lifestyle concierge - english speaker -qld, nsw or vic-based (adelaide)
Adelaide
Ten Lifestyle Group
Janitor
Similar job
Drive way concierge
Adelaide
Paradise Mazda
Janitor
USD 40,000 - USD 60,000 a year
Similar jobs
Cleanliness jobs in Adelaide
jobs Adelaide
jobs South Australia
Home > Jobs > Cleanliness jobs > Janitor jobs > Janitor jobs in Adelaide > Custodian, Senior (Adelaide)

About Jobstralia

  • Career Advice
  • Company Reviews

Search for jobs

  • Jobs by job title
  • Jobs by sector
  • Jobs by company
  • Jobs by location

Contact / Partnership

  • Contact
  • Publish your job offers on Jobijoba

Legal notice - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy - Manage my cookies - Accessibility: Not compliant

© 2025 Jobstralia - All Rights Reserved

Send an application
Create a job alert
Alert activated
Saved
Save