Help keep Medford’s parks clean, safe, and enjoyable this season!
Are you someone who takes pride in hands-on work and enjoys being out in the community? The City of Medford is hiring a seasonal Park Custodian to help maintain our restrooms, park buildings, and public spaces. This is a great opportunity to work outdoors, stay active, and make a visible difference in the places people gather and enjoy. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we want to hear from you! Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!
Required Education and Experience:
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
Six (6) months or more experience as a custodian with an industrial, janitorial firm, or commercial business and thorough knowledge of custodial materials and methods.
Additional Eligibility Requirements:
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
Possession of a valid driver’s license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
Successful completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.
Available Schedule:
8 hours daily, Tuesday - Saturday, 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Compensation & Information on Benefits:
The anticipated hiring range for the Park Custodian position is $19.81 (first step) to $20.80 or $21.84 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Three steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
INCLUDED BENEFITS:
Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7
Examples of Job Duties:
Essential Functions of the Position:
Safely drives City vehicle to various work locations.
Cleans, sanitizes, and disinfects park restrooms fixtures, floors, and walls.
Coordinates with management on restroom custodial stock orders.
Sweeps, mops (wet and dry), and refinishes/paints restroom floors.
Dusts and polishes fixtures and equipment.
Washes/cleans windows, mirrors, walls restroom partitions, urinals, and toilets.
Mitigates and cleans graffiti vandalism on restroom walls, doors, and partitions or other areas as assigned within the park system.
Repaint interior and exterior of park restrooms as needed throughout the season.
Empties and cleans waste receptacles.
Disposes of collected waste and other materials.
Adheres to safety practices and standards when performing all duties.
Other Functions of the Position:
Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental and/or citywide operational structure and is at the discretion of the Supervisor.
Performs a variety of minor routine building maintenance tasks; identifies and reports building maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities.
Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!