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Custodian (Night Shift/3rd Shift)Villanova University

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  • full-time
  • Salary
  • Villanova, PA
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Villanova University


Custodian (Night Shift/3rd Shift)



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Posting Number:20260011S
Position Title:Custodian (Night Shift/3rd Shift)
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:
Ignite Your Career at Villanova University! Whether undergraduate or graduate, faculty or staff, each community member brings with them a wealth of experiences that enrich our University and shift our perspectives. As a part of this community, your work will improve lives and ignite change!

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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Picks up and disposes of trash, to include the proper handling of recyclable materials.
  • Dusts, sweeps, and/or dry mops.
  • Cleans glass:
    • All inside areas that can be safely reached.
    • All entrance glass, including doors, inside and out.

  • Sanitizes washrooms, showers, and toilet facilities.
  • Fills all dispensers in rest rooms.
  • Vacuums and cleans carpets and walk-off mats.
  • Spot washes marks on walls and woodwork.
  • Picks up debris, such as leaves and paper, around entrances and fire exits (including fire escapes), from the steps, and walkways 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 individuals capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to follow both verbal and written 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:
  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 to 3 years of experience preferred.
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:
  • Night (3rd) Shift: 10pm – 6:30am (Monday-Friday)
Posting Date:01/27/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
$18.66 an hour + $1.75 3rd shift differential = $20.41
Salary Grade:UNION
Job Classification:union

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