About the City of Portland Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department:
The Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is comprised of 160 full-time and over 250 seasonal staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Portland, Maine. They achieve this by operating cultural venues, running community programs (including Before and After School, Swim Lessons, and Senior Adult programs), and maintaining public buildings, waterfront infrastructure, 70 parks, 40+ miles of trails, 13 cemeteries, and 30 playgrounds. Their diverse team, including Park Maintainers, Lifeguards, Event Managers, Horticulturalists, and many others, works collaboratively to provide spaces and opportunities for social connection, recreation, and community development.
Job Summary:
Performs varied custodial, disinfecting, sanitizing and minor maintenance work in municipal facilities and surrounding areas.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Required Skills & Experience:
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Expected Hours/Schedule:
Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Applications accepted until filled.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, Labor & Trades (Grade 11), with a starting pay range of $21.17/hour up to $23.77/hour, based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the union specific pay plans and agreements.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : LABOR AND
Job Family : LABOR, TRADES & MAINTENANCE
Posting Start : 09/11/2026
Posting End : 12/31/9999