Custodian

Custodian


Salary: $31,824.00 - $37,979.00 Annually
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2706373
Closing: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: Main Campus - Orem
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel

Position Announcement


Join Utah Valley University and play an essential role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports student success and campus operations. In this position, you will perform a variety of custodial services, including floor care, carpet maintenance, restroom cleaning and restocking, and general facility upkeep. Your work will directly contribute to the daily experience of students, employees, and visitors while providing the opportunity to develop valuable skills in facility maintenance, safety practices, and responsible handling of cleaning products and materials.

This role offers the consistency of a dedicated Tuesday-through-Saturday night-shift schedule, with no participation in the university's regular annual rotation process. Team members benefit from a stable work routine, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to make a visible impact across the UVU campus. The scheduled hours are Tuesday through Friday, 4:30 pm to 1:15 am, and Saturdays, 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, with occasional event-related adjustments that may require a temporary later Saturday shift.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Responsible for securing doors and windows of all areas and all buildings.
  
• Assists in emergency procedures and assists in recycling and pest control.
  
• Helps the campus and facilities maintain good public image by providing a safe, clean, comfortable environment conducive to learning for students, visitors and employees.
  
• Maintains all type of floor surfaces, fabric surfaces and upholstery.
  
• Maintains and cleans restrooms, including porcelain and stainless steel surfaces, walls, floor drains, floors, etc.
• Maintains offices, classrooms, labs, conference rooms, dining rooms, food preparation and serving areas, and a ballroom.
• Maintains halls, stairs, elevators, entryways and lobbies.
• Maintains inventory and cleans custodial closets and storage areas.
  

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications


Graduation from high school (or equivalent) and at least six months of combined post-high school education and/or directly related full-time experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities


Knowledge

• Knowledge of training in the proper use and disposal of hazardous chemicals and products.
  
• Knowledge of body fluid cleanup and proper protection.
  
• Knowledge of proper radio communications.
  
• Knowledge of pest control.
  
• Knowledge of all floor types, such as terrazzo, cement, wood, vinyl, and ceramic tile, as well as carpet fibers, weaves, and backings.
  
• Knowledge of waxes/polishes, acids, other chemicals, buffers, extractors, vacuums, and scrubbers.
  
• Knowledge of current cleaning techniques and proper cleaning chemicals.
  

Skills

• Good interpersonal communication skills.
  

Abilities

• Ability to withstand strenuous and adverse working conditions.
  
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  
• Ability to perform skilled custodial duties, equipment maintenance, and minor plumbing.
  

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5447795/custodian




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