Temporary Helper Jobs in Layton, UT (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
05/29/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17104N
Job Title
Maintenance Helper
Working Title
Maintenance Helper
Career Progression Track
B
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
19
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
President
Department
00327 - Athletics Department
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$16.00 - $18.00
Close Date
08/29/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Provides general support for Athletics facilities, events, and sports turf/grounds operations. Assists full-time staff with day-to-day maintenance, event setup and breakdown, facility upkeep, and operational support across athletic venues and outdoor sports turf areas.
Responsibilities
Assists with general upkeep, cleaning, maintenance, and operational support of Athletics facilities and event spaces.
Supports athletic events through setup, breakdown, equipment movement, and other event-related duties.
Assists with sports turf and grounds maintenance including mowing, raking, debris removal, field preparation, and related outdoor tasks.
Helps maintain safe, clean, and functional athletic facilities and competition/practice surfaces.
Performs other duties as assigned in support of Athletics facilities, events, and sports turf operations.
Minimum Qualifications

• One year of related experience; demonstrated knowledge of general maintenance and related tools or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience);
• Climb step ladders/scaffolding
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time while on shift
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs
• Must be able to work extended periods in direct sunlight
• Must have a valid US Driver's License

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
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.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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.
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.
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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.
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