Custodian (2708) - Camp Mather Summer 2026 (outside of San Francisco) - SF Recreation & Parks

Application Opening:   March 3, 2026 Application Deadline : Apply Immediately. Application filing will be open at least through 5:00 PM Tuesday March 10, 2026 and will close any time thereafter . Compensation : $32.9750/hour + Room and Board Appointment Type:  This position is a temporary exempt, as-needed appointment. This position is seasonal and will not result in a permanent civil service position. Employees serve at the will of the Appointing Officer. NOTE: Applicants must complete the  supplemental questionnaire   found in the Steps to Apply section of this job announcement in addition to submitting an application. Only applicants who submit both an application AND supplemental questionnaire will be considered for participation in the department's selection process. About Us Amid a dynamic and ever-evolving urban landscape, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department stewards one of the premier urban park systems in America. In 2017, San Francisco became the first city in the nation where all residents have access to a park within a 10-minute walk, a direct result of the Department’s commitment to increasing and improving parkland in the city Learn More. Considered by San Franciscans to be one of the City’s most popular and effective public agencies, our Department currently manages more than 230 parks, playgrounds and open spaces throughout San Francisco, including two outside city limits—Sharp Park in Pacifica and Camp Mather in the High Sierras. The system includes full-complex recreation centers, swimming pools, golf courses, sports fields and numerous small-to-medium-sized clubhouses that offer a variety of sports- and arts-related recreation programs for people of all ages. Included in the Department’s responsibilities are Golden Gate Park, Coit Tower, the Marina Yacht Harbor, the San Francisco Zoo and Lake Merced. More than 2,000 talented individuals are part of our team, from gardeners, foresters, and recreation leaders to park rangers, custodians, electricians, painters and more. Our core mission, as it has been throughout our history, is to provide opportunities for San Francisco residents and visitors alike to gather, play, learn, relax, and enjoy nature in the city. About Camp Mather Each summer, the Recreation and Park Department operates Camp Mather, a rustic family campground located near Yosemite National Park, about 3 hours east of San Francisco. Each week, approximately 500 campers enjoy a week-long stay filled with a wide range of recreation activities such as a supervised swimming pool, a scenic lake for water activities, guided hiking excursions, organized recreation programs, and evening campfire entertainment. Guests stay in cozy cabins, and enjoy 3 delicious meals each day, served cafeteria-style with a full salad bar and exceptional service. Learn more about Camp Mather on YouTube:   https://youtu.be/2S_JZ4kKr5I. Under supervision, performs routine manual cleaning tasks in public buildings, other facilities and surrounding areas; and performs related duties as required. Examples of Important and Essential Duties:   1. Performing routine and extensive cleaning tasks of Camp Mather facilities (i.e., restrooms, cabins, staff housing, food service areas) including sweeping, dusting, polishing, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing and disinfecting; 2. Maintaining exterior areas of Camp Mather such as ramps, sidewalks, loading docks, decks, parking lots and other related areas; 3. Operation of equipment such as scrubbers, buffers, pressure washers and other electrical, gas, and manual operated equipment; 4. Performing housekeeping duties including washing/rotating of linens, refilling of toiletries, restocking of amenities and keeping high cleanliness standard of our specialist cabins; 5. Transferring disposable waste materials from Camp Mather grounds to dumpsters; 6. Assisting in moving and arranging furniture and equipment as needed; 7. Washing interior and exterior wall partitions and windows; 8. Maintaining condition of custodial tool, supplies, equipment, and appliances; 9. Maintaining storage of custodial tools and supplies; securing building as required; and 10. Effectively communicating with supervisors and co-workers on a regular basis about operational concerns and required materials; 11. Provide excellent customer service to camp patrons on a regular basis; and 12. performs additional duties as required. 2026 Camp Mather Dates: April 19, 2026:   Arrival at camp.   September 25, 2026:  Conclusion of camp assignment  Policies and Expectations of Staff Employees are expected to follow the policies as described in the Camp Mather 2026 Workplace Policies and Expectations.  Failure to follow these policies may result in termination. Working Conditions at Camp Mather  Housing and Meals : during employment, FREE meals and housing is provided to camp employees. Camp staff live in shared housing with up to 1-2 other camp staff. Nature of work :  includes working both indoors and outdoors, exposure to sun and high temperatures, and will regularly encounter bugs and insects. Work Schedule :  The workweek is six (6) days, comprising of small shifts throughout the day. Shifts includes weekends and evenings. Overtime may be required. Transportation : Camp Mather employees are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from Camp Mather. Parking is available for personal vehicles. Public transportation and Rideshare Apps (Uber/Lyft) are limited and are not a reliable source because of our remote location.  Cell Phone & Internet:  Camp Mather has  VERY limited cellular and Internet/Wi-Fi services available on its grounds. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Verification of completed or current enrollment in a custodial training course equivalent to the City College of San Francisco Custodial Training program at the time of application. Candidates who are enrolled in a custodial training course at the time of applicati