General Maintenance Worker I

Position Title:

General Maintenance Worker I

Job Description:

We are looking for a General Maintenance Worker to support the Salt Lake City Gallivan Center.

About the Position:

This role focuses on event support and the cleaning and upkeep of Gallivan Hall, our indoor banquet and event space. Weekends, holidays and night shifts are required. As a General Maintenance Worker, you'll be instrumental in shaping the guest experience by helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. The Gallivan Center is a 3.5-acre public plaza in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, featuring an outdoor amphitheater, public art installations, multiple indoor and outdoor event and rental spaces, and a seasonal ice rink that becomes sports courts in warmer months. If you take pride in your work and enjoy supporting events in a vibrant, public setting, this is a great opportunity to make a difference.

About the Team:

You'll be joining a passionate and friendly group of around 10 full-time staff and 25-30 part-time, seasonal team members who work together to create memorable experiences for our guests. We're committed to making everyone who visits the Gallivan Center feel safe, welcome, and inspired-whether they're attending an event, exploring the plaza, or just passing through. With hundreds of thousands of visitors each year and events happening year-round, you'll find a fast-paced, collaborative, and inclusive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Position Salary Range:

Entry: $20.35/hr.

1 Year: $22.90/hr.

3 Year: $26.81/hr.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Paid vacation and personal leave

• Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Learn more about our benefits here: .

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will be open until it is filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs general maintenance, repair, remodeling, new construction and various other maintenance trades for city owned buildings or facilities.

• Operates equipment and hand or power tools. Performs tasks which may be required to complete projects including preparation and clean up responsibilities.

• Operates heavy equipment, snowplows, blowers, backhoes or other similar equipment as needed to perform the responsibilities of the position or in emergency situations.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma and two years paid work experience. Education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in general maintenance trades.

• Demonstrated ability to operate various hand and power tools as required for various maintenance and ability to operate heavy equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to perform semi-skilled maintenance work.

• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

• General maintenance craft or trade certifications.

• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver License.

Working Conditions:

• Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to stand, walk, or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to disagreeable elements such as extreme weather conditions, noise, dust, fumes, etc. Required to push, pull or lift medium heavy weights.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

• Manual dexterity. Ability to lift/move heavy objects.

Career Ladder:

• After fully satisfying the job requirements of General Maintenance Worker I and has demonstrated the ability to perform required duties; incumbent may be advanced to the position of General Maintenance Worker II based on supervisor/manager recommendation, review by Human Resources and Department Director approval.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

Position Type:

Full-time

Department:

Community Reinvestment Agency

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40