Job Details

Custodian (Monday - Thursday: 4:30 pm - 1:15 am AND Friday: 3:00 pm - 12:00 am)

Position Number: 7181659
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Facilities Management

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
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2605979
Closing: 6/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: Main Campus - Orem
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel

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.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5351799/custodian-monday-thursday-430-pm-115-am-and-friday-300-pm-1200-am

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