Facilities Maintenance II - Physical Plant Wasatch

Facilities Maintenance II - Physical Plant Wasatch


Salary: $42,029.00 - $49,446.00 Annually
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2706292
Closing: 8/16/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: Wasatch Campus
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel

Position Announcement


Join Utah Valley University's Wasatch Campus team and play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and community members. This position offers the opportunity to develop and apply hands-on skills across a variety of maintenance and custodial functions, including building repairs, preventative maintenance, light construction, troubleshooting building systems, and facility upkeep. Individuals in this role contribute directly to the daily operation of the campus, gaining valuable experience in multiple trades while working independently and as part of a collaborative facilities team.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with their hands, and taking pride in maintaining facilities that support learning and community engagement. Based at UVU's Wasatch Campus in Heber, the role offers a consistent schedule of Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with some flexibility around these hours. Applicants should be prepared to use their own vehicle for travel to and from the job site and must possess a valid driver's license. Seasonal snow removal is an important responsibility and may require overtime work, including weekends and holidays. This is a great opportunity to build practical skills, make a visible impact, and contribute to the success of the UVU community.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on campus facilities and carries out minor maintenance job-related duties as assigned.
• Secures doors and windows of all areas and all buildings.
• Assists in emergency procedures and assists in recycling and pest control.
• Maintains all types of floor surfaces, fabric surfaces, and upholstery.
• Maintains the grounds and compounds, including snow removal.
• Maintains halls, stairs, elevators, entryways, and lobbies.
• Maintains inventory and cleans custodial closets and storage areas.
• Maintains offices, classrooms, labs, conference rooms, dining room, food preparation and serving areas, and ballroom.
• Maintains and cleans restrooms, including porcelain and stainless steel surfaces, walls, floor drains, floors, etc.
• Helps the campus and facilities maintain a good public image by providing a safe, clean, comfortable environment conducive to learning for students, visitors, and employees.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduated with a standard high school diploma or the equivalent plus one to three years of experience related to key roles and responsibilities.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities


Knowledge

• Knowledge of training in 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.
  
• Ability to climb ladders to replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and perform other cosmetic repairs.
  

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/5432908/facilities-maintenance-ii-physical-plant-wasatch




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