Custodian

Position Announcement

Under the supervision of a custodial supervisor, a full-time PM custodian completes evening custodial maintenance of assigned buildings on campus. Custodians oversee and train part-time and student custodial workers to assist in the cleaning and maintenance of campus buildings. Additional information about the department and program offerings can be found online athttps://campus.utahtech.edu/.

• Responsible for custodial maintenance of assigned buildings.
• Clean and maintain floors in buildings by vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, waxing, and shampooing carpets, as well as pool and other wet areas as needed.
• Clean and supply restrooms, using germicidal detergents and acid cleaners.
• Clean and maintain entrances to buildings and perimeter of buildings (up to approximately 10 feet out of building structure), such as trash pick-up, removal of gum, graffiti, cobwebs, other debris, etc.
• Collect and dispose of garbage within the facilities and exterior trash cans.
• Wash walls, chalkboards/whiteboards, and furniture, removing chewing gum, smudges, black marks, graffiti, etc.
• Wash windows and window frames; change interior and exterior lights as needed.
• Coordinate cleaning with building schedule and notify Public Safety of any problems that may arise in the building.
• Repair small items and seek help with skilled personnel on specialized projects, as needed.
• Assist with moving heavy equipment and furniture.
• Supervise and train part-time and student custodians in their work assignments, as well as in safe and proper procedures.
• Identify building custodial needs and take corrective action.
• Assist with special projects throughout campus, as directed by supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.
• Six (6) months of related experience required; two (2) years of experience preferred.
• Must be able to work an evening shift (M-F, 7:00 pm-3:30 am), as building assignment requires.
• Basic knowledge of computers (e.g., word processing and email).
• Good knowledge of tools and equipment used in custodial services, such as industrial vacuums, rotary floor scrubber, carpet extractor, and large riding equipment. Experience cleaning within lab or specialized classrooms preferred.
• Ability to supervise and train part-time and student employees to complete assigned tasks.
• Considerable knowledge of practice and procedures in custodial services.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and maintain effective working relations.
• Outgoing personality, with a history of dependability, reliability, and initiative.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; physical exam and drug testing required.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Full-time overtime-exempt executive staff position. Annual salary of $36,000, with a desired start date of February/March 2026. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals.

Seehttps://human resources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES:Application review begins Monday, February 2, 2026.Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload a cover letter electronically.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life." and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas.

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