Facility Security Guard (Part Time, Night Shift, Salt Lake City)

Description

Help keep UTAs employees safe on the job as a Security Guard! UTA is looking for a responsible and dependable Security Guard to assist in protecting our people, our customers, and our facilities. This opportunity offers a benefits package, including a retirement account, a pension, and many other benefits!

In this position, you will primarily assist with protecting our employees by monitoring and controlling employees and public access to UTA facilities and identifying any potentially unsafe activities or hazards that could lead to harm to employees and/or damage to physical facilities.

Location: Depot District and Frontlines Headquarters (Downtown)

Time Type: Part Time

Shifts: Primarily, Saturday, Sunday Night Shift from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Must have flexibility to work other shifts and other UTA locations as needed.

*No Security Guard license required*

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Must have a valid Utah driver's license and be a safe driver with no more than four (4) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
• Cannot have more than one (1) violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last ten (10) years.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Must have good interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills and be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must demonstrate the ability to make quick concise decisions frequently under stressful conditions.
• Number one responsibility is that of a facility security guard.
• Must be mobile to respond to emergencies if needed.
• Must be comfortable working with multiple duties, one major duty will be to answer incoming calls to UTA and transferring them to the appropriate office.
• Basic familiarity with PC computers preferred, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be capable of preparing daily activity reports using word processor and emailing these reports to UTA management.
• Must be able to walk long distances, sit or stand for long periods of time. Must be able to kneel and bend to investigate tight spaces.
• May be required to obtain and maintain certification for BCI access. CPR certification or first-aid training is preferred.
• This position requires regular and predictable attendance.

- OR -
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

Pay Rate: $18.13 Per Hour or more, depending on experience

If interested, apply before: Monday, June 22nd, 2026 @ 11:59 PM MST

As a part-time Administrative Employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:

• 11 days of paid time off (6.5 vacation days and 4.5 sick days). Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two (2) floating holidays per year.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile.
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pets health and needs).

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Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.

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