Custodian, 3rd Shift

Custodian, 3rd Shift

Salary

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Location

Bourbonnais

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Division

Operations

Department

Building Services

Opening Date

04/29/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

As a Christian university, Olivet Nazarene University exists to provide an education with a Christian purpose. We value diversity as a means to enrich and deepen the educational experience, both inside and outside the classroom and online. We are committed to recruit and retain mission-aligned faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. We strive to be a more inclusive community as we seek to understand and celebrate our unique experiences and perspectives.

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment. This role is essential in supporting students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors by ensuring facilities meet University cleanliness and safety standards. The Custodian will primarily be assigned to one campus building. This position will work on 3rd shift, 10:30 pm-7:00 am, Sunday-Thursday night.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned campus facilities, including:

• Entryways, hallways, stairwells

• Restrooms and shower areas

• Classrooms and common spaces

• Emptying trash and maintaining general cleanliness.

• Complete deep-cleaning and special projects such as carpet cleaning and hard floor refinishing, particularly during summer months.

• Perform detailed cleaning of vacated rooms or facility areas as assigned.

• Assist with campus event setup and breakdown, including Graduation, Homecoming, and other special events.

• Help maintain department-assigned vehicles.

• Keep work areas neat, organized, and safe.

• Collaborate with other departments and team members as needed.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager of Building Services.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• A lifestyle in agreement with the ONU Statement of Mission, Faith, and Lifestyle Covenant.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and organize tasks.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to become an approved University driver.
• Physical ability to climb ladders and safely operate cleaning equipment (vacuums, mops, brooms, etc.).
• Lift up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate professionally with students, faculty, and staff while completing duties.

Additional Information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION

High School Diploma

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Custodian will primarily be assigned to one campus building for which to clean and care. However, the building services team of custodians often pitch in on special event set-up or cleaning during peak seasons anywhere on campus. Custodians must be able to handle cleaning solutions and operate the cleaning tools provided. A comfort level of lifting 50 lbs. is encouraged. The Custodian reports to the 3rd shift building services manager.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The starting salary for this position is $15.25 per hour.

Only candidates who submit all required documents will be considered: resume, cover letter, statement of faith, application questions. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Olivet Nazarene University offers:

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Employer retirement contribution begins on first day of full-time employment and is 100 percent vested at that time.
• Additional auxiliary coverage such as life insurance, disability insurance and AD&D insurance.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement leave and 18 days for the observance of holidays.
• Tuition remission granted to employee, spouse, and dependent children for education within Olivet's distinguished academic programs.
• Access to an active campus life with a top-notch fitness center, enriching musical performances, competitive athletic competitions, and introduction to the sciences at our Stickler Planetarium.

To learn more, see our benefits summary here.

Employer Olivet Nazarene University (IL)

Address 1 University Ave

Bourbonnais, Illinois, 60914

Phone 815-939-5240

Website https://www.olivet.edu/about/employment/