Utility Worker

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, known for delivering integrated food services, facilities management, and other business support services across various industries including education, healthcare, and corporate sectors. At the University of Southern Indiana, Sodexo partners to provide exceptional dining and facility management services, committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction. Sodexo values its employees and fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully.

As a Utility Worker at Sodexo, based at the University of Southern Indiana, you will play a vital role in supporting kitchen and facility operations to ensure smooth and sanitary food production and service environments. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $16 to $16.50, with varying shifts including days and flexible hours. This role is ideal for individuals who are reliable, detail-oriented, and have a strong work ethic even in physically demanding tasks.

The Utility Worker is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation by washing dishes, cleaning equipment and workspaces, sweeping and mopping floors, and restocking supplies. You will handle trash removal, assist with set-up and break-down tasks, and ensure compliance with sanitation standards using appropriate cleaning chemicals. The position requires significant physical activity including walking, standing for extended periods, bending, lifting up to 35 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Your contribution directly supports food safety and operational efficiency, beneficial both for customers and the larger community served by the university.

This position requires flexibility and open availability to accommodate varying shifts and workload demands. Sodexo prioritizes a supportive and flexible work environment that helps employees balance their work with personal life commitments, offering ongoing training and advancement opportunities. Employees enjoy a full array of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, a 401k plan, and employee discount programs. Some locations provide additional benefits such as free meals, uniforms, and transportation support.

Working at Sodexo means being part of a purpose-driven company devoted to improving everyday life for employees and customers alike. The company embraces diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful and equitable workplace. Employees at Sodexo are valued for who they are, encouraged to have their ideas heard, and supported in professional growth. Sodexo’s commitment to equal employment opportunities ensures a welcoming environment for all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Joining Sodexo as a Utility Worker is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to engage in meaningful work that impacts the community daily while gaining valuable experience in food service and facilities operations. You will become an essential part of a team dedicated to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction at the University of Southern Indiana campus.