Custodian II

State of Utah; Gunnison (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability

Health & retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The State of Utah invites applications for Custodian II at the Central Utah Correctional Facility in Gunnison, UT. This full-time, on-site role focuses on cleaning and upkeep of building interiors, with responsibilities including quality checks and material management.

The ideal candidate has housekeeping experience, is detail oriented, and communicates effectively. A background check and drug test are required; a 50-pound lift may be needed; benefits include health and retirement plans and paid

Qualifications

• Professional experience in housekeeping practices.
• Detail oriented and meticulous in work quality.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with staff and inmates.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and inspects work for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Orders, receives, inspects, and stores equipment, merchandise, materials, and supplies.
• Cleans and maintains floors, dusts, waxes, polishes furniture, washes windows, empties trash.
• Ensures quality control.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excellent communication

Housekeeping experience

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $16.63 - $ Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Application Deadline – 9/22/2026

Key Responsibilities

The Central Utah Correctional Facility is looking for a detail oriented Custodian II to engage in the cleaning and upkeep of building interiors.

Principal Duties

• Reviews and/or inspects work for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Ensures that there is an adequate supply of materials available. Orders, receives, inspects, and stores equipment, merchandise, commodities, materials, and/or supplies.
• Cleans and maintains floors, dusts, waxes and polishes furniture, washes windows, mirrors, and other glass or plastic items, empties trash and garbage, etc.
• Ensures quality control.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Besides working with a dedicated team of professionals who are dedicated to ensuring the public's safety, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who has the following:

• Professional experience in housekeeping practices, techniques and procedures.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience ensuring compliance with contract terms, policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Experience with many cleaning agents, products and equipment.

Preference

Preference may be given to those with janitorial experience.

About The Role

Location
255 East 300 North
Gunnison, Utah, 84634
United States

Background Check Required

A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.

Drug Test Required

Yes

Schedule Code

B - Competitive Career Service

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections is a dedicated team of professionals who ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment. For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. http://www.corrections.utah.gov/

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].