Custodian

Position: Custodian (Monday - Thursday: 4:30 pm - 1:15 am AND Friday: 3:00 pm - 12:00 am)
Salary: $31,200.00 - $37,234.00 Annually
Location : Main Campus - Orem
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2605979
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel
Department: Physical Plant - Custodial
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
First Review Date: 05/28/2026
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume
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Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking dependable, detail-oriented team members to join our custodial services team and play an essential role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, employees, and visitors. In this position, you will contribute directly to the campus experience by performing a variety of custodial duties, including floor care, carpet maintenance, restroom sanitation, and general cleaning.

You will also be trained in the safe handling and proper disposal of cleaning products and hazardous materials, ensuring a high standard of health and safety across campus facilities. Regular rotation between work areas offers variety in your daily responsibilities and the opportunity to develop a broad skill set.

This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in their work, value teamwork, and appreciate a consistent schedule with evening shifts (4:30 pm-1:15 am, Monday through Thursday, and 3:00 pm-12:00 am on Fridays). As part of UVU, you'll be contributing to a supportive and mission-driven environment focused on student success and community impact. UVU offers a stable workplace, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of a campus community that values inclusion, respect, and excellence in every role.

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 a good public image by providing a safe, clean, comfortable environment conducive to learning for students, visitors, and employees.
• Maintains all types 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 room, food preparation and serving areas, and ballroom.
• Maintains halls, stairs, elevators, entryways, and lobbies.
• Maintains inventory and cleans custodial closets and storage areas.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

High school diploma from a standard high school or the equivalent, and any combination of post-high school education and/or directly related full-time experience to the Summary of Duties totaling six months is required.
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.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's…