BUILDING CUSTODIAN I, II, OR III (FULL TIME) in St. George, Utah at St. George, City of (UT)

Position Summary

Salary and Benefits

Building Custodian I Salary: $35,929/year

Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $53,893/year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2025.

Building Custodian II Salary: $40,650/year

Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $60,974/year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2025.

Building Custodian III Salary: $45,991/year

Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $68,987/year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2025.

Benefits: Full City Benefits Package. The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. New hires also receive 2 weeks of vacation time during their first year of employment, one of which is available to the employee the first day of employment. To find out more about our benefits package, please visit our website at careers.sgcity.org.

Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor, performs a full range of regular and recurring custodial duties in City of St. George facilities.Essential Functions/Typical Working/Mental Demands/Working Conditions

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

Performs general custodial responsibilities in City facilities based on needs of the facility, including, but not limited to: cleans, sanitizes, and deodorizes rest rooms, including fixtures, toilets, sinks, and urinals; replenishes supplies in restrooms; sweeps, vacuums, mops, waxes, strips, and polishes floors; vacuums and shampoos carpet using manual and power equipment; empties, cleans, and disinfects waste cans and other trash receptacles; dusts and cleans woodwork, walls, and windows using common cleaning equipment and products; sweeps sidewalks and entrances; cleans and dusts furniture; and replaces light bulbs.

Moves and arranges office and building furniture and equipment.

Keeps equipment and supplies in order and requests re-supply when needed from the City Building Custodial Supervisor.

Assists in maintaining security of the City facilities by locking and unlocking the building according to pre-scheduled event roster and completes regular security checks of facilities.

Assists in the setup/take-down for scheduled functions at City Hall, i.e., set up chairs, tables, etc.

Identifies and reports safety hazards.

Performs related duties as required.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working ConditionsModerately heavy physical activity exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently. Physical demands include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, and feeling. Exposure to conditions such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.Qualifications

Education, Experience, Licenses and/or Certifications:

Custodian I
Entry level. No experience or high school diploma required.
Must be 18 years old or older.
Valid driver license. A valid Utah driver license must be obtained within 60 days and maintained throughout period of employment.
Team Specialist Certification must be obtained within six (6) month orientation period or remain on probation until acquired. (Maximum of twelve (12) months.)

Custodian II: Career progression, employee moves to Custodian II when the following requirements have been met:
Minimum of two (2) years full time experience as a building custodian,
Valid driver license. A valid Utah driver license must be obtained within 60 days and maintained throughout period of employment
Team Specialist Certification must be obtained within six (6) month orientation period or remain on probation until acquired. (Maximum of twelve (12) months.)

Custodian III: Career progression, employee moves to Custodian III when the following requirements have been met:
Minimum of four (4) years full time experience as a building custodian
Valid driver license. A valid Utah driver license must be obtained within 60 days and maintained throughout period of employment.
Team Specialist certifications (4)
CPR and First Aid certifications
All accredited certifications must be kept current. Failure to do so may result in loss of position or demotion to Custodian r II.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, and equipment used in building custodial work.
• Safe work practices.

Skills in:

• Performing various cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance activities.

Ability to:

• Clean and maintain assigned areas and equipment.
• Read and interpret labels on chemicals and supplies.
• Operate, use, and care for a variety of building maintenance equipment, including sweepers, wet and dry vacuum cleaners, mop wringers, brooms, mops, waxes, and other cleaning materials and equipment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and those contacted in the scope of work.
• Perform indoor and outdoor manual labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Work rotating shifts as needed.

Benefits for full-time employees:

Health Care

The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. The City also offers two Traditional medical plans. Employees have the option to upgrade to one of the Citys Traditional medical plans with a lower deductible by paying a premium for the selected plan. The City also offers voluntary benefits including dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement savings plans at the employees cost and discretion. Health care coverage begins the first day of employment.

Retirement

The City fully funds an employee pension plan through Utah Retirement Systems for each active full-time employee.

Paid Time Off

Paid time off (PTO) hours are accrued according to the number of hours paid. Based on a full 40-hour work week, paid time off is accrued as follows: 2 weeks for years 0 through 3.99, 3 weeks for years 4 through 11.99, and 4 weeks for 12+ years.

Holidays

The City has 13 paid holidays each year. If unused, holiday time can be used as Paid Time Off.

Sick Leave

The City provides 12 days of sick leave each year. You can accrue sick leave without limit.

Life Insurance

All active full-time employees enrolled in the employer sponsored medical plan are provided with $50,000 worth of life insurance. Spouses and dependents are provided with $5000 and $2500 respectively. Full-time employees are also provided with an AD&D policy for $50,000.

Long Term Disability

All active full-time employees enrolled in the employer sponsored medical plan are provided with LTD insurance benefits.

Educational Assistance Program

The City offers a reimbursement of 75% of the tuition and required student fees, up to $2,000 per fiscal year, for pre-approved courses for full-time employees when the employee meets the eligibility requirements. This reimbursement is not a guarantee, it is subject to the approval of the Department Head. Reimbursement will be reduced by any other financial aid that does not have to be repaid, such as the GI Bill, scholarships and grants.

Employee Assistance Program

The City offers an Employee Assistance Program to give full-time employees an additional level of support for personal, financial, and family issues. The Employee Assistance Program is 100% Confidential, offers a 24/7 Crisis Support Line, and there are no limits for sessions with a licensed counselor.

Recreation Benefit

Free or discounted access to all 4 City Golf Courses, swimming pools and Recreation Center is available to all full-time employees.

Note: Golf course privileges are based on availability. Employees can book a tee-time within 24 hours or the same day, but may be turned away if there are no available tee-times. If you happen to be golfing with at least 2 paying customers; tee times can be set with more advance notice, but are still based on availability. Red Hills Golf Course will not be available to schedule tee times in advance --- walk on play based on availability only.

Voluntary Benefits

Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance; each are available on a voluntary basis to all Active Full-Time employees enrolled in an employer sponsored medical plan.

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