Custodial Specialist – WSC (Part-time)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

2d • $17 - $22

About The Position

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The last day to submit an application for this position is by February 17, 2026, 11:59pm MST. Custodial Specialist – WSC (Part-time) This position represents Campus Life Support Services to the diverse patrons of the Wilkinson Student Center. It works closely with the WSC Custodial Supervisor to elevate the experience of customers who are both affiliated and unaffiliated with the university. It does this by helping to maintain a well-manicured facility, preparing event set up spaces for patron use, and quickly responding to various patron issues and requests. Note: This is a part-time position (28) hours per week requiring availability for the night shift scheduled between 6:00 PM and 2:00 AM. What you’ll do in this position: Maintenance of the WSC’s Appearance Maintain daily cleanliness of over 380,000 ft² of the WSC to ensure the building looks inviting and well cared for Clean and organize public spaces, including furniture, tables, ottomans, and removal of fliers and equipment Regularly clean carpets and polish Terrazzo surfaces Occasionally maintain an additional 25,000 ft² of maintenance and HVAC space and identify areas needing extra attention Event Set-up Provide equipment and prepare spaces for more than 12,000 events annually, ranging from small study spaces to large churchwide events Maintain over 64,000 ft² of event room space and set up equipment for scheduled events Building and Event Support Unlock and secure rooms for events and assist with building safety, maintenance needs, and evacuations Prepare the building for Wards and Stakes meetings on Sundays and attend to Ward and Stake needs, including occasional Sunday work Personal Development Attend approved workshops and seek opportunities to learn and develop new skills and methods

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Physical Effort Moderate – Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions.
• Environment Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters
• Hazards Moderate existing or potential hazards
• Physical Requirements: Noise from leaf blower: 20 min. to 1 hour; up to 5 days per week
• Work outside in winter shoveling snow: 20 min. to 2 hours; depends on snowfall
• Work in wet conditions cleaning restrooms: 30 minutes; up to 10 times per day
• Vacuuming, running floor machines, buffers: 2 hours to 4 hours; 5 days a week
• Genie® lift: 1 hour to 2 hours; 1–2 times a week
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals: 8 hours; 5 days a week
• Lifting tables, chairs, riser stairs: 2 hours to 4 hours; 5 days a week
• Climbing ladders for cleaning, changing light bulbs, etc.: 30 min; daily
• Moving offices and other furniture for cleaning purposes: 1 hour; monthly
• High and low work (stretching, reaching, pushing, pulling, etc.): 1 hour; daily

Nice To Haves

• Two years’ professional experience
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the WSC’s Appearance Maintain daily cleanliness of over 380,000 ft² of the WSC to ensure the building looks inviting and well cared for
• Clean and organize public spaces, including furniture, tables, ottomans, and removal of fliers and equipment
• Regularly clean carpets and polish Terrazzo surfaces
• Occasionally maintain an additional 25,000 ft² of maintenance and HVAC space and identify areas needing extra attention
• Provide equipment and prepare spaces for more than 12,000 events annually, ranging from small study spaces to large churchwide events
• Maintain over 64,000 ft² of event room space and set up equipment for scheduled events
• Unlock and secure rooms for events and assist with building safety, maintenance needs, and evacuations
• Prepare the building for Wards and Stakes meetings on Sundays and attend to Ward and Stake needs, including occasional Sunday work
• Attend approved workshops and seek opportunities to learn and develop new skills and methods

Benefits

• 401(k). BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level