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Afternoon Custodian I - Utah State Hospital

State of Utah
Utah County, UT, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/2/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Afternoon Custodian I - Utah State Hospital position at State of Utah?



Do you love to clean and do you want to make a difference in your community? The Utah State Hospital (USH) is seeking a capable, diligent employee to work as an entry-level Custodian. Custodians at USH are responsible for routine cleaning and maintenance of our beautiful facility. 
This position is full-time, (Monday-Friday 1130am-8pm) and includes a full State 
benefits package!

We are also offering
*The bonus will be paid in Installment payments leading up to your 6 month mark for new full time employees!!*


The Minimum Qualifications:
  • Familiar with basic housekeeping practices, techniques, and procedures.
  • Physically able to meet the demands of the position, which includes, but is not limited to repetitive and continuous walking, standing, crouching, lifting, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Comfortable using cleaning chemicals, tools and equipment.

The Preferred Qualifications:
  • Able to closely follow written or oral instruction and willingly accept training and feedback.
  • Diligent, reliable and trustworthy.
  • Detail oriented when completing assigned cleaning duties.
  • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Principal Duties
  • Sorts soiled linens, washing, drying, folding, and re-stocking clean linens on a daily basis.
  • Cleans and maintains floors, dusts, waxes, and polishes furniture, washes windows, mirrors, and other glass or plastic items, empties trash and garbage, etc.
  • Maintains building(s) and/or facilities in a clean and orderly condition and/or removes snow from sidewalks and doorways, etc.
  • Cleans, sterilizes, and or disinfects areas and/or equipment.
  • Sets up and arranges tables and chairs.

Why You Would Love Our Team
This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission-driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.
  • Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt-out cash benefit available.
  • Dental & Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
  • Paid Leave: Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.
  • Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.
To review the full benefits summary and access a Total Compensation Calculator, please visit the main state benefits page here.

Additional Benefits
Access to a UTA Bus Pass.  
Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Access to comfort rooms while on campus, and as well as other mental wellness benefits.
Access to the USH Disc Golf Course.

The Agency
Our beautiful campus is situated at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, conveniently close to several Universities, great housing options in wonderful neighborhoods, and all the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer. For more information about the USH, our philosophy, mission, and treatment programs, we invite you to browse our website.


  • In this position you will likely encounter risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
  • The work of this position requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as frequent climbing, lifting heavy objects over 50 pounds, crouching or crawling in restrictive areas, etc.
  • Department of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Human and Health Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
  • The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment.  No tobacco or E-ciggarette use is allowed on campus.  
  • Applicants must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks.
  • Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.

Salary : $16

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