Lead Custodian

What You'll Be Doing:

- Ensure the cleanliness, safety and appearance of assigned buildings in accordance with established standards. - Plan and coordinate daily work assignments to cover vacancies, provide continuous delivery of services, and ensure equitable distribution of work. - Train, coach, support and supervise custodians in single or multiple locations. - Interface with customers to resolve problems and complaints and respond to queries. - Maintain an inventory of custodial tools, supplies and equipment and maintain on-site administrative records. - Perform custodial duties to cover vacancies, absences or special requests. - Required to respond to campus crises situations to enhance public safety and minimize infrastructure damage.

What We Are Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified Candidates Will Need: - High school diploma/GED - A valid US or Canadian driver's license - 2 years of custodial experience with 4 years of total work experience - 1 year of supervision experience

Skills Needed

- Must have completed initial entry training, or be enrolled in program within 90 days of hire - Must be able to functionally supervise and train moderate sized (12 – 18) groups - Ability to read, write and speak English is required; must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers, fill out work orders, give and direct work assignments, and communicate both verbally and in writing with customers - Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematics - Good work organization ability - Demonstrated leadership ability - Must be able to work well with others - Working knowledge of powered and non-powered floor care equipment - Computer experience - Knowledge of policies and procedures regarding building maintenance and security - Ability to lift and carry 10 to 25 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally required - Required to work outdoors 10% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees

What’s Nice to Have:

- Knowledge of campus buildings and locations

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 4 - Pay Band: S040 - Job Code: 20002512 - Career Path Maker: [Career Path Maker](https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/) - Equal Opportunity Employer