Custodian

Department: Parks & Recreation
Position: Custodian II
Job Category: LTC (Labor, Trades, Crafts)
Status: Temporary
Scheduling:
FLSA Status: Non-exempt (Hourly)
Date of Announcement: February 23, 2026
Application Deadline: Until positions are filled

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Venue Manager, the temporary park janitorial employee is responsible for the daily upkeep and custodial duties of Goshen City Parks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

• Trash removal from park landscape and park containers.
• Clean vehicles.
• Clean indoor facilities, open-air pavilions, and public restrooms.
• Check in/out facility rentals.
• Debris & litter collection and disposal. 
• Utilize power washers & backpack leaf blowers.
• Event and meeting setup and dismantling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Training and Experience Required

• Relevant work experience in the related field.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be available to work varied shifts between 6:00 am and 11:00 pm, Sunday – Saturday.

Minimum Physical and Mental Abilities

• Must be responsible and reliable.
• Ability to operate power tools; the ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; and have the ability to climb and balance.
• Ability to exert physical effort in light to heavy (up to 75 lbs.) work. 
• Ability to learn, implement, and follow procedures, protocols, and policy.  
• Ability to ascend/descend ladder to paint, clean/service lights, etc. 
• Ability to exert physical effort in moderate work involving routine standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, and pulling. 
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to verbally communicate and exchange information.
• Ability to walk and climb to inspect and work parkland, facilities, and playgrounds. 
• Ability to make sound judgments and to exercise courtesy and tact in interactions with patrons and departmental staff.

Environmental Adaptability

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather.

Rate of Pay

• Grade 1; $18.90/Hourly based on current salary ordinance

Work Hours

• Sunday – Saturday, varied shifts between 6:00 am and 11:00 pm. Weekend and evening hours required. 
• Must be available April 15, 2026 – October 15, 2026

Applications available in Human Resources, 204 E. Jefferson St., Goshen or online here. 

**Please specify the position you are applying for on your application**

The City of Goshen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. EOE/Drug Free/Smoke Free