West Valley City Economic Development

Building Custodian

West Valley City Economic Development  •  West Valley City, UT (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

Position Summary

Incumbents in this job keep premises of City office building, or other assigned City Facilities in clean and orderly condition by performing the following duties.

Starting Pay: $18.39 - $20.91 depending on qualifications

Schedule: Monday - Thursday (11am - 9pm)

Benefits: Full Benefits; health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, education assistance program

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)

Job Posting Close Date: May close any time after October 26, 2026

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, all surfaces, and trim.
  • Cleans offices, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and other work areas.
  • Dusts furniture and equipment and polishes metalwork.
  • Washes walls, ceiling, woodwork, windows, door panels and sills.
  • Empties wastebaskets, replaces trash liners, and transports trash and waste to disposal area.
  • Vacuums hallways, offices, conference rooms, stairs, using backpack, upright and other vacuum equipment.
  • Replenishes bathroom supplies and keeps inventory log up to date.
  • Endures smells and cleans human waste.
  • Uses specialized equipment to clean floors.
  • Reports maintenance issues to the appropriate supervisor and if needed performs minor repairs.
  • Set-up and takedown of meetings including moving tables and chairs.
  • Must be able to use cleaning chemicals and equipment following safety precautions.
  • Be able to handle bloodborne pathogens properly and safely using PPE and other methods.
  • Assist in snow removal as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 1 year of experience performing above or related duties preferred.

Language Skills

  • Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Possess a valid Utah driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.

Other

  • Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, supplies, and equipment.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and safety protocols.
  • Capable of performing routine custodial work with supervision.
  • Demonstrated reliability and attention to detail in maintaining clean and orderly facilities.
  • Willingness to learn advanced custodial techniques and procedures.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to learn and apply new skills.
  • Demonstrates flexibility, dependability, safety, teamwork, quality work, and job knowledge.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to frequently lift, push, carry, or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, stretch, and do repetitive motions.
  • Must be able to see details at close range.

Work Environment

Frequent contact with cleaning chemicals and exposure to human waste. Exposure to loud noises, bright lights, and vibration from using equipment. Exposure to outside weather conditions when traveling to different buildings. Frequent interaction with city employees and citizens in various situations.

If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" because you do not check every box in the posting, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

West Valley City Economic Development

About West Valley City Economic Development

West Valley City Economic Development works to develop and maintain a diverse and vibrant economic base by supporting current businesses and providing the resources site selectors need for relocation and expansion. With goals like job creation and facilitating capital investments topping $300 million annually, West Valley City aims to define and expand its unique sense of place and interconnectivity to stimulate economic, social, and cultural appeal. It is “The City in Motion.”

Industry
Marketing & Advertising
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Headquarters
West Valley City, UT
Year Founded
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