Custodian

Custodian

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• Day Shift: 7am - 3:30pm
• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday

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Posting Number:	20260444S
Position Title:	Custodian
Position Type:	Staff
Location:	Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type:	Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule:	full-time/12-months
Avg Hours Week
Department:	809-Custodial Services
Position Summary:	Why work at Villanova? Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum. Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more. Under the moderate direction of a supervisor, performs general cleaning duties within dormitories, offices and other public facilities areas. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:	TYPICAL JOB DUTIES Pick up and dispose of trash, to include the proper handling of recyclable materials. Dusts, sweeps, and/or dry mops. Wet mops and/or spot mops. Operates walk-behind or ride-on floor machine, wet vac, & carpet extractor. Cleans glass: • All inside areas that can be safely reached. All entrance glass, including doors, inside and out. Sanitizes washrooms, showers, and toilet facilities (dormitories only). Fills all dispensers in restrooms. Vacuums and cleans carpets and walk-off mats. • Washes walls, woodwork, light fixtures, inside of windows, and other glass Removes snow and ice and cleans and/or picks up debris, such as leaves and paper, around entrances and fire exits (including fire escapes [dormitories only]) from the steps, and from the steps and walkways (generally distanced of ten feet or less) leading to buildings. Reports to immediate supervisor or to work control damage and/or malfunction of equipment observed within assigned areas. Performs other duties assigned within the normal scope of the department’s responsibilities and the individual’s capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications:	H.S. Diploma or equivalent Ability to follow both written and oral directions. Ability to interact with customers(students, faculty, administration), co-workers and supervisors in a positive and helpful manner. Must be able to climb ladders, to bend and reach, and to lift(up to 60 lbs.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:	Must be able to climb ladders, bend and reach, and lift up to 60 lbs.
Special Message to Applicants:	Day Shift: 7am – 3:30pm Schedule: Sunday – Thursday
Posting Date:	09/29/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:	$19.97 an hour
Salary Grade:	UNION
Job Classification:	union

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Maximum Number of References Needed	3

Supplemental Questions

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1. Are you able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, climb dorm stairwells, and sit at a desk for extended periods of time?
   • Yes
   • No
2. How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
   • Indeed.com
   • Higheredjobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • Glassdoor
   • Chronicle Vitae
   • Academic Keys
   • PA CareerLink/JobGateway
   • Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
   • Diversity Association/Publication Website
   • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
   • Referred by a current employee
   • Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
   • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
   • Browsing the Villanova website
   • Cabrini University employee
   • Other

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