<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Please see Special Instructions for more details.</p> <p>Candidate should able to lift 50 lbs.</p> <p>Qualified Candidates will be contacted regarding a bulk hiring event for this role.</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 04/02/2026 Requisition Number PRN16915N Job Title General Laborers Working Title Summer Help Career Progression Track S00 Track Level S1 - Entry Level Support FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>Temporary Role: May 1st 2026 - August 21st 2026</p> <p>Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM, Including weekends of the first week of MAY and last week of AUGUST 8am - 4:30pm</p> <p>Is this a work study job? No VP Area President Department 00307 - Housing Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 15.00 Close Date 04/30/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 04/15/2026 Job Summary</p> <p>Summer Helpers support the Custodial team during peak summer operations by assisting with cleaning, linen distribution, furniture preparation, and special projects such as mattress replacement. This role is physically active and essential to preparing spaces for incoming summer residents and conference guests. Team members work collaboratively, follow established procedures, and maintain a high standard of cleanliness and service.</p> <p>Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu</p> <p>The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Linen & Supply Support</p> <ul> <li>Push and transport linen carts between buildings throughout Heritage Commons (up to a one mile radius, multiple trips as needed). </li><li>Distribute linens to assigned rooms, including blankets, pillows, sheets, pillowcases, amenities, mattress covers, and shower curtains. </li><li>Install mattress covers and shower curtains as part of room preparation. </li><li>Cleaning & Room Preparation </li><li>Perform routine cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, and wiping down furniture and surfaces. </li><li>Move furniture away from walls to prepare rooms for deep cleaning by custodial staff. </li></ul> <p>Operational Support</p> <ul> <li>Assist with mattress replacement projects as needed. </li><li>Work weekends when required to support summer turnover timelines and operational needs </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).</p> <p>General Laborer, I: Requires little to no related experience.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <p>Perform a wide variety of manual duties that involve physical labor. Responsibilities vary by setting, an may include transporting materials, performing clean-up, hauling, lifting items, and loading and unloading materials. Follow all health and safety regulations when operating equipment. Perform routine task as directed and under close supervision.</p> <p>Special Instructions Summary</p> <p>Candidate should able to lift 50 lbs.</p> <p>Qualified Candidates will be contacted regarding a bulk hiring event for this role.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.</p> <p>Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.</p> <p>Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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.</p> <p>To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu</p> <p>https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.</p> <p>As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>What is your highest level of completed education? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>None</p> </li><li> <p>High School Diploma or Equivalent</p> </li><li> <p>Associate Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Master's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Doctorate Degree</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>How many years of related work experience do you have? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Less than 2 years</p> </li><li> <p>2 years or more, but less than 4 years</p> </li><li> <p>4 years or more, but less than 6 years</p> </li><li> <p>6 years or more, but less than 8 years</p> </li><li> <p>8 years or more, but less than 10 years</p> </li><li> <p>10 years or more, but less than 12 years</p> </li><li> <p>12 years or more, but less than 14 years</p> </li><li> <p>14 years or more</p> </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li></ul>