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Associate Custodian

Purdue University and Careers
West Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026
Req Id: 40893
Job Title: Associate Custodian
City: West Lafayette

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What You'll be Doing:

University Residences is a fast-paced, hard-working team, looking to grow our work family.

What will you be doing as an Associate Custodian?

  • Assist in maintaining a clean and healthy environment for residents
  • Perform specific cleaning tasks in assigned areas, including but not limited to: restrooms, resident rooms, kitchens, dining rooms, hallways, stairwells, lounges, and elevators
  • Tasks may include mopping, buffing floors, washing walls, and dusting surfaces
  • Operate powered and non-powered cleaning equipment
  • Perform grounds-keeping, snow removal and other miscellaneous tasks as assigned
  • Occasional mandatory overtime is required during residence hall move-in and move-out periods

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: Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Hourly Pay: $15.00 per hour

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience
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

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

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 EA/EO employer.

Posting Start Date: 2/16/26

Salary : $15

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