Custodian

Overview

Location: Biblioteca Principal, 210 East 400 South, SLC, UT 84111
Employer: Salt Lake City Public Library
Position: Full-time Custodian

Salary: Minimum $20.00 per hour. Depending on qualifications

Posted: January 30, 2026
Closes: Open until filled; preference given to candidates who apply by February 13, 2026

FLSA Status: Full-time / Non-Exempt
Reports to: Jennifer Beaudoin, Facilities Project & Custodial Services Manager
Location note: Candidates may be hired for any location

Current opening at: Main Library, 210 East 400 South, SLC, UT 84111

The Custodian assists in ensuring positive customer service experiences by providing a clean, orderly and safe facility for the public and library staff.

• Maintain building cleanliness: empty and clean waste bins and trash containers; clean, dust, wipe furniture, vacuum floors, sweep, mop; clean and sanitize restroom facilities; refill restroom dispensers.
• Maintain building safety: pick up and properly dispose of debris off walkways; secure building; check for unlocked doors or windows; report unauthorized occupants; may assist with snow and ice removal.
• Minor maintenance or repairs: replace light bulbs; replace batteries for sensor-operated components; maintain restroom dispensers and dryers; unclog toilets and drains; report larger maintenance requests and safety concerns.
• Deep clean building: strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer/finish; shampoo carpets; wash walls, windows and coverings; maintain equipment, tools and storage areas.
• Working relationships: foster good working relationships with diverse people including staff, patrons, volunteers and vendors.
• May assist with facility setup and tear down for meetings and events.
• May assist moving furniture and displays; may assist at other branch locations.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Six months of experience in building cleaning, or an equivalent combination of education, experience or training.
• Must be available late evenings and weekends.
• Valid Utah driver license and a clean driving record.

• Spanish language and/or other non-English language skills.

• Urban library environment.
• Subject to repetitive movement; standing, walking, bending, reaching and lifting of objects.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs, push/pull up to 100 lbs, climb ladders, stand/walk for extended periods, bend over, kneel.
• Must have good hand mobility and coordination.
• Subject to intermittent periods of inclement weather when working outside.

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Thursday - Monday 2:30pm - 11:30pm

• Grade 13; minimum $20.00 per hour. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
• This is a full-time position and includes benefits such as paid vacation, health and life insurance, and Utah Retirement Systems benefits.

• Apply on our website
• Open until filled; preference will be given to candidates who apply by February 13, 2026.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The City Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.