Custodial Maintenance Worker - Health Department

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Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community.  Community is more than a place….its our heart and service that bring us together.

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck.  A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks.  We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year.  

Performs custodial cleaning, minor maintenance work and general building security in an assigned building or building area.

Six (6) months custodial work experience or other closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

A valid Driver’s License accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire.  A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a county vehicle.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

May be exposed to extreme outdoor temperatures for some duties.

May involve potentially dangerous situations that require compliance with safety precautions and require the use of protective equipment.

Requires ability to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds, climb or balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and use arms simultaneously with upper and lower body twisting.

• Provides daily custodial tasks including cleaning facility and equipment.
• Arranges, sets up and takes down facility tables and chairs, as assigned.
• Provides periodic duties of washing furniture, floors, walls, woodwork and windows.
• Performs cleaning, preventative maintenance and minor repairs on cleaning equipment.
• Performs minor plumbing and electrical maintenance and repair.
• Maintains and cleans building entrances. Assists with grounds maintenance and removes snow and ice from entrances as assigned.
• Maintains an inventory of facility cleaning supplies, tools and equipment. Orders new cleaning supplies as needed.
• Conducts security check of grounds and buildings. Secures the facility and equipment.
• Performs carpet and upholstery cleaning and floor stripping, waxing, and polishing using various equipment, cleaners, and methods. Manages all aspects of job-related equipment transportation. (Health Department only)

• Methods, materials and equipment essential for custodial maintenance functions

• Use standard equipment and supplies applicable to custodial/maintenance work
• Establish and maintain schedules
• Perform minor equipment repairs
• Follow verbal and written procedures and instructions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with employees, supervisors and the general public