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Custodian

Admin/Operations

Red Butte Garden & Arboretum (RBGA) is one of the largest botanical gardens in the Intermountain West and together with the University of Utah, is the State Arboretum of Utah. We are located on 100 acres in the foothills on the eastern edge of the University of Utah campus. The Garden has welcomed guests since 1985 and consists of over 21 acres of developed gardens and five miles of hiking trails winding through an extensive Natural Area. The Garden, which is community-funded; is renowned for its numerous plant collections, display gardens, 590,000 springtime blooming bulbs; including a vast collection of daffodils; gorgeous private event spaces, a world-class outdoor concert series, and award-winning horticulture-based educational programs.
 
Red Butte Garden is seeking an energetic and reliable individual to join our custodial team! The ideal candidate will perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for all staff and guests. This role plays a key part in upholding our high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.


University of Utah employees receive a UCard, which can be used for:

  • A UTA pass while actively employed at the University of Utah.
  • Student-priced tickets for campus events, campus store discounts, and campus library privileges.
  • Staff receive a half-priced discount on Garden classes, an employee discount in our gift shop, advance registration opportunities for kids camps and concerts,         and two free concert tickets for our Outdoor Concert Series.

Responsibilities:

1. Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and dusts floors to maintain cleanliness and safety.
2. Cleans and sanitizes restrooms, including toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, and walls; dusts, vacuums, and wipes down furniture, fixtures, doors, and related furnishings using appropriate cleaning supplies. 
3. Operates and maintains custodial equipment such as electric floor machines, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooers, and upholstery cleaning machines.
4. Cleans, refinishes, and maintains various types of floor coverings.
5. Properly labels and disposes of infections waste bags and containers in accordance with safely protocols. 
6. Transports custodial supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
7. Replaces sharps containers, removes trash and empty boxes, and organizes storage closets. 


Minimum Qualifications:

This is an entry-level position. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are required. Six months of related experience is preferred. 
 
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.


Preferences:

  • Previous cleaning experience preferred. 
  • Must be available at least one morning during the weekend.


APPLICATION LINK:  https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/184675


Additional Info

Job Type : Part-time

Education Level : High School/GED

Experience Level : Entry Level

Organization Mission : To connect people with plants and the beauty of living landscapes.

Nondiscrimination Statement : The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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.

Job Location : Salt Lake City, Utah

Work Model : On-site

Closing Date : 8/30/2025

Compensation Type : Hourly

Job Status : Nonexempt

Pay Range : $16.00 - $17.00 depending on experience.

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