Custodian II

Utah Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM); Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Department of Corrections is seeking a Custodian II to engage in cleaning and upkeep of building interiors at the Central Utah Correctional Facility. The role is full-time, in-office, on-site in Gunnison, UT.

Ideal candidates will have housekeeping experience, be detail oriented, and possess strong communication. A background check and drug test are required; the position offers benefits and stable employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping practices and procedures.
• Detail-oriented with strong attention to accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience ensuring compliance with contract terms and policies.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds safely.
• Experience with cleaning agents, products and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect work for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Order, receive, inspect, and store cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Clean and maintain floors, dust and polish furniture, wash windows, empty trash.
• Ensure quality control.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Contract compliance

Lifting 50 pounds

Cleaning agents & equipment

Job description

Custodian II

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

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

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].