UU Student - Labor

Details This; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking a part-time Custodian for the University Union with an evening shift (approximately 5–10 pm, hours flexible). This work-study eligible student job pays $15.00 per hour and requires enrollment as a U of U student.

Responsibilities include cleaning, setup and teardown for events, moving equipment, and maintaining clean and safe environments. A background check may be required; URS information provided by HR.

Qualifications

• Must be a U of U student.
• Must be work-study eligible.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs, and dusts floors.
• Cleans toilets and basins, and scrubs walls; dusts, cleans, and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors, and related furnishings using appropriate cleaning supplies.
• Operates and maintains electric floor machines, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment, and upholstery/shampooing equipment.
• Cleans, refinishes, and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
• Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
• Transports trash and refuse, removes empty boxes, and organizes closets.
• Helps with event setups and teardowns by placing chairs, tables, and other equipment throughout the Union Building.

Job description

Shift is in the evening, ideally 5-10, but hours are flexible.

Is this a work study job?

Is this a work study job? Yes

VP Area

VP Area President

Department

Department 00318 - University Union (Day Staff)

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $15.00

Close Date

Close Date 11/06/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Performs various cleaning tasks to provide all staff, and visitors a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and free from hazards. Prepares meeting spaces for daily events, which may include planning, set-up, and take down as needed. May be responsible for unloading equipment or supplies.

About Student Affairs

The Union is part of Student Affairs. Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs, and dusts floors.
• Cleans toilets and basins, and scrubs walls; dusts, cleans, and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors, and related furnishings using appropriate cleaning supplies.
• Operates and maintains electric floor machines, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment, and upholstery/shampooing equipment.
• Cleans, refinishes, and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
• Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
• Transports trash and refuse, removes empty boxes, and organizes closets.
• Helps with event setups and teardowns by placing chairs, tables, and other equipment throughout the Union Building.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required.

Nearly Continuously: hearing, listening, walking.

Often: Bending, reaching overhead, and twisting.

Seldom: Lifting - up to 50 pounds, kneeling, squatting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U of U student.
• Must be work-study eligible.

Preferences

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page .

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