Facilities Maintenance II - Physical Plant Wasatch

Facilities Maintenance II - Physical Plant Wasatch

Salary

$42,029.00 - $49,446.00 Annually

Location

Wasatch Campus

Job Type

FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff

Job Number

FY2706292

Division

VP Administration/Strategic Rel

Department

Physical Plant - Custodial

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/16/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Required Licenses or Certifications

Drivers License

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Announcement

Join Utah Valley University's Wasatch Campus team and play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and community members. This position offers the opportunity to develop and apply hands-on skills across a variety of maintenance and custodial functions, including building repairs, preventative maintenance, light construction, troubleshooting building systems, and facility upkeep. Individuals in this role contribute directly to the daily operation of the campus, gaining valuable experience in multiple trades while working independently and as part of a collaborative facilities team.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with their hands, and taking pride in maintaining facilities that support learning and community engagement. Based at UVU's Wasatch Campus in Heber, the role offers a consistent schedule of Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with some flexibility around these hours. Applicants should be prepared to use their own vehicle for travel to and from the job site and must possess a valid driver's license. Seasonal snow removal is an important responsibility and may require overtime work, including weekends and holidays. This is a great opportunity to build practical skills, make a visible impact, and contribute to the success of the UVU community.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on campus facilities and carries out minor maintenance job-related duties as assigned.
• Secures doors and windows of all areas and all buildings.
• Assists in emergency procedures and assists in recycling and pest control.
• Maintains all types of floor surfaces, fabric surfaces, and upholstery.
• Maintains the grounds and compounds, including snow removal.
• Maintains halls, stairs, elevators, entryways, and lobbies.
• Maintains inventory and cleans custodial closets and storage areas.
• Maintains offices, classrooms, labs, conference rooms, dining room, food preparation and serving areas, and ballroom.
• Maintains and cleans restrooms, including porcelain and stainless steel surfaces, walls, floor drains, floors, etc.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduated with a standard high school diploma or the equivalent plus one to three years of experience related to key roles and responsibilities.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of training in 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.

• Ability to climb ladders to replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and perform other cosmetic repairs.

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.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.

01

Do you possess a valid drivers license and have reliable personal transportation to travel to and from UVUs Wasatch Campus in Heber?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you willing and able to perform custodial, maintenance, and snow removal duties, including working outdoors in varying weather conditions when required?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you able to work the required schedule of Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed and potential overtime for snow removal, including weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• <1
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
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• 8+

05

What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu