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UU Student - Labor

University of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT
    2 days ago

    Job Description

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    Open Date 08/06/2026 Requisition Number PRN17320N Job Title UU Student - Labor Working Title Student Custodian Work Study Career Progression Track SJ Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Evening Work Schedule Summary

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

    Is this a work study job? Yes VP Area President Department 00318 - University Union (Day Staff) Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $15.00 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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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.

    Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

    https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

      • Are you a current University of Utah student?
    • Yes

    • No

      • Do you hold any other jobs or paid positions at the University of Utah or University of Utah Hospital? If yes, which jobs and how many hours at each?

    (Open Ended Question)

      • Have you been awarded and have you accepted Federal Work-Study for the current school year? (work study not required to apply for this position)
    • Yes

    • No

    • No

    • Yes

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    • Resume

    Optional Documents

    • Cover Letter

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSalt Lake City, UT
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Year Founded1850
    Websitehttp://www.utah.edu/

    About Company

    The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!

    Skills

    • Background Investigationunmatched
    • Code of Federal Regulationsunmatched
    • Disability Accommodationsunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Public Safetyunmatched
    • Salon Servicesunmatched
    • Sanitationunmatched
    • Service Deliveryunmatched

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