Custodian

Custodian Position

As a part-time custodian, you will clean and maintain assigned Parks and Recreation buildings and surrounding areas to ensure facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming for public use. You will perform routine custodial work, minor maintenance tasks, equipment set-up and take-down, and basic recordkeeping related to your assigned areas.

The City of Durango is a purpose-driven organization with more than 400 full-time and 300 part-time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day. From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here.

At the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E), and every employee plays a part in it. Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the city's mission of providing excellent service and reaching the city's vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible. The full details of this vision are outlined in the city's strategic plan.

As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:

• Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.
• The work you do ties directly into measurable goals.
• You'll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.

We're looking for team members who share our core values of teamwork, dependability, professionalism, service, respect, innovation, and wellbeing — and who are excited to make a difference in the community we serve.

What you'll do in this role:

• Clean and maintain assigned Parks and Recreation buildings and facilities.
• Sweep, mop, buff, and wax floors; vacuum carpets; and shake out mats.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, water fountains, windows, glass surfaces, furniture, and fixtures.
• Remove trash from building interiors and surrounding grounds; empty and maintain trash receptacles.
• Perform routine inspections of lights, electrical outlets, and building areas; check for leaks or maintenance concerns.
• Conduct minor building repairs and maintenance tasks, including painting assigned areas as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance on fitness equipment and other facility equipment.
• Clean and maintain exterior grounds, including snow removal during winter months.
• Set up and take down equipment according to instructions provided by assigned staff.
• Maintain logs of work performed and equipment used; assist with preparing monthly reports.
• Assist with special projects and perform related duties as assigned.

You have:

• Knowledge of cleaning and custodial methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic building maintenance principles and safe work practices.
• Ability to safely use custodial tools, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

You will succeed in this role if you:

• Are committed to maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming public spaces.
• Are dependable and able to manage routine tasks consistently.
• Are comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
• Can perform moderate to heavy physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying.
• Are able to work with cleaning solutions and other custodial materials safely.
• Are willing to assist with special projects and adjust priorities as needed.

What we can offer you:

• Free pass to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area
• Free Transit pass
• Eligibility to participate in the City's Annual Wellness Challenge and a chance to receive prizes and cash rewards