Facilities Maintenance II - Physical Plant Wasatch

Salary: $41,205.00 - $48,477.00 Annually
Location : Wasatch Campus
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2605717
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel
Department: Physical Plant
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/28/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume

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Position Announcement

Utah Valley University offers this role as an opportunity to make a visible, meaningful impact on a growing campus community while building a well-rounded maintenance and facilities skill set. Based at UVU's Wasatch Campus in Heber, this position plays a key role in keeping buildings, equipment, and grounds safe, functional, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. The work is hands-on and varied, involving preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and custodial care across offices, classrooms, and shared spaces.

Individuals in this role apply multiple trade skills-including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC-while following established codes and best practices, with support from experienced supervisors when more complex issues arise.

In addition to offering stable weekday hours (Monday-Friday, 1:30 pm-10:00 pm, with flexibility), this position provides the satisfaction of seeing the direct results of your work every day. Seasonal snow removal adds variety and a strong sense of teamwork during critical times, with opportunities for overtime when needed. UVU values reliability, craftsmanship, and service, and this role is well-suited for someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards, enjoys solving practical problems, and wants to contribute to a supportive, mission-driven educational environment.
Summary of Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance to 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduation with a standard high school diploma or the equivalent AND 1-3 year(s) experience related to key roles and responsibilities.

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.
• 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.
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…