Custodian (part-time)

Custodian (part-time)

Salary

$20.70 - $26.42 Hourly

Location

City Hall, 411 W. 8th Street, Medford, OR

Job Type

Part-Time (year-round) less than 25 hr/wk

Job Number

2026-00018-04

Department

Facilities Management

Division

Facilities Management

Opening Date

06/16/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

Part-Time/Temporary/Seasonal

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Summary

Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and take pride in keeping spaces clean and safe? The City of Medford is looking for a custodian to join our team!

If you have custodial experience and enjoy hands-on work that helps support clean and comfortable public spaces, we encourage you to apply. Applicants must clearly show at least six months of custodial experience in their application to meet minimum qualifications.

What You'll Do

Ensure City buildings remain safe, clean, and welcoming for employees and the public

Carry out routine cleaning, sanitizing, and light maintenance tasks

Contribute to a supportive team that keeps Medford running strong

…and perform other custodial duties as assigned

What Were Looking For

• At least six months of custodial experience
• A reliable, hardworking individual
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work independently

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, procedures, equipment, and supplies used in custodial maintenance.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to adjust to priority work changes.
• Ability to conform with all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment including computer equipment, and specialized software applications programs effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance upon hire.
• Possess a valid drivers license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon drivers license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
• Maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Successfully complete a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

Available Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday, 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM plus Sunday, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Occasionally, you may be required to work on a holiday if it falls on your regular workday.

Compensation & Information on Benefits

The anticipated hiring range for the Custodian position is $20.70 (first step) to $21.74 or $22.82 (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. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

INCLUDED BENEFITS:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time, year-round positions.
• Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
• Access to the Citys fully equipped fitness center 24/7

Examples of Job Duties

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Cleans, sanitizes, and disinfects restrooms, break rooms and all public spaces.
• Stock custodial closets with appropriate supplies.
• Sweeps, vacuums, and mops (wet and dry) a variety of flooring materials
• Dusts furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment.
• Washes windows, mirrors and walls, tables, and chairs.
• Empties and disposes of collected waste, recycled goods and other materials.
• Adheres to safety practices and standards when performing all duties.
• May be required to travel between different work locations based on operational need.
• The scope of the assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is determined at the discretion of the department director or designee.

Other Functions of the Position:

• Performs a variety of minor routine building maintenance tasks; identifies and reports building maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities.
• Keep all equipment and tools in good operational condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

Competencies:

High Standards - Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products and hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices, share them, and then improve upon them.

Customer Orientation - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs. They continually seek information and understanding regarding market trends.

Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and act without being prompted. They don't wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it. They make things happen.

Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.

Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources, respond to requests from other parts of the organization, and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT (Please read):

• It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
• Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
• Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply:

• Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
• Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
• Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• CJIS clearance
• Favorable driving record
• Clear drug screen following federal law
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.
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VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

ADA:

The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) 774-2074 or email: ada@cityofmedford.org.

Part-Time and Seasonal employee benefits may include:

• Paid sick leave.
• Opportunity to earn wellness incentives.
• Fully equipped fitness center available 24 hours a day.
• Oregon PERS retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time year-round positions.

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Are you a current or former servicemember of the Oregon National Guard and seeking consideration for Veterans' Preference in this recruitment? Reminder: If yes, you must upload documentation verifying Oregon National Guard service (e.g., DD214 or NGB Form 22 showing an HONORABLE discharge or release, or other state recognized documentation confirming Oregon National Guard service) by the recruitment closing date

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least six (6) months of experience as a custodian with an industrial, janitorial firm, or commercial business? Important: If you answer "Yes," this experience must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application. Applications that do not include the required experience may not meet minimum qualifications.

• Yes
• No

03

Describe why you are interested in this position and how your life or work experiences have prepared you for this role.

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Please describe any relevant experience you have with cleaning, facility upkeep, building maintenance, or similar hands-on work. Include the type of setting, your main duties, any equipment you used, and how long you performed this work.

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What specific commercial custodial cleaning experience do you have?

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Occasionally, you may be required to work on a holiday if it falls on your regular workday. Are you willing to do so?

• Yes
• No

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Are you available to work this shift? Monday - Thursday, 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM plus Sunday, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Required Question

Employer City of Medford (Oregon)

Address 411 W. 8th St., Room 110

Medford, Oregon, 97501

Phone (541) 774-2010

Website https://www.medfordoregon.gov