Part-Time Custodian

PART TIME CUSTODIAN - Recreation (2 vacancies)

Reporting to:Manager of Facility Operations – Cowan Park

Department:Parks and Recreation

Classification:PERMANENT Part Time; Unionized

Salary Range: $17.53 – 19.72/hour as per Schedule "A"

Hours of Work: Up to 24 hours/week as per Collective Agreement

Starting Date:As soon as possible

Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. January 23, 2026

Why City of Woodstock?

Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education and healthcare and convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city's many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.

When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Other great benefits to working at the City of Woodstock:

• Join a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers,
• Competitive Wages,
• Option to join a Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions are matched by the City,
• Training opportunities to support you in this role,
• And a great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference, just to name a few.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the building:
• Perform custodial duties:
• Mop and wax floors,
• Clean washrooms, change rooms and showers,
• Mold removal,
• Sweep and wash floors, stairs, bleachers,
• Wash walls and ceilings,
• Vacuum,
• Assist with turf cleanliness,
• Clean windows and glass around the facility,
• Clean, organize, and maintain equipment and tools,
• Maintain exterior building grounds,
• Check and alarm building.
• Open, close, and secure facility,
• Collect garbage in and around facility,
• Assist with set up/take down of rentals, events, meetings, programs,
• Refill soap and toilet paper dispensers,
• Clean drains of debris.

• Perform general maintenance duties:

• Minor repairs,

• Shovel snow from outside pathways and emergency exits,
• Paint,
• Change light bulbs,
• Collect and sort all recycling,

• Operate equipment including but not limited to:

• Snow removal equipment,

• Floor scrubbers,
• Genie boom lift.
• Perform other facility related duties, including, but not limited to:
• Moving soccer nets, hockey nets, volleyball poles, pickleball nets,
• Re-stringing nets,
• Removing and install signage,
• Unloading delivery trucks,
• Interact with the public (handle complaints, inquiries, accept deliveries) in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

Essential

• Grade 10 or equivalent and/or relevant experience will be considered.
• Ability to communicate with trade contractors and members of the public on behalf of the City of Woodstock.
• Knowledge and experience in general repairs and cleaning duties.
• Analytical/troubleshooting ability.
• Good organizational skills.

Preferred

• Working at Heights Certificate
• Ladder Safety Training
• Propane Handling Certificate
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C

• Usual custodial and recreation conditions.
• Required to do heavy lifting and climb ladders.
• Subject to all weather conditions.
• Required to work independently.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we're committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.

Please note: Immediate family member, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City's Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check, employment and proof of qualifications, will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position

We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at

We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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