Are you interested in using your maintenance and custodian experience to enhance the experience of over 220k visitors annually? Are you excited about the possibility of being a part of a 75-year-young unique educational experience that has been part of the history and fabric of the City of Oakland?

If you said “yes!” to any of these questions, then please consider becoming a part of Fairyland’s mission to maintain our reputation as a renowned, regional storybook park dedicated to stimulating a child’s imagination as our Part-time Custodian. We need your help to create a magical fantasy world for young children to create, imagine, play and learn!

The Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of all Fairyland facilities.  Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Custodian is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, emptying trash cans around the park, sanitization of high touch surfaces, vacuuming/dusting office spaces, cleaning perimeter around the park, graffiti removal as needed and creating a general state of tidiness in and around the park].

COVID-19 Update:  In an effort to keep our visitors, staff, volunteers and communities safe, Fairyland has recently adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. In accordance with state and federal laws, Fairyland will consider all qualified applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation from our vaccination policy based on a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• At least one (1) year work experience as a custodian, janitor or maintenance personnel
• Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Comfortable cleaning messy, dirty and sometimes gross things
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Ability to keep the park facilities clean and orderly.
• Ability to interact with staff and park visitors while remaining professional, polite, and courteous. Previous work experience a plus
• Knowledge of some hand tools and related skills helpful
• Completed or willing to complete Bloodborne Pathogen training
• Possess no barriers to working with children

In addition to the job specific knowledge, skills and abilities, please understand that working at Fairyland often requires successful candidates have:

• The ability to work on weekends and holidays
• A proven track record of punctuality and attendance
• A pleasant, considerate and respectful demeanor to children and adults at all times

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily located in an outdoor environment.  Able to perform the following duties with or without accommodation:

• Stand, sit, kneel, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions for the duration of an eight (8) hour shift
• Traverse safely over uneven terrain throughout the entirety of the 10-acre amusement park
• Safely lift and transport items of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate motorized cleaning equipment
• Ability to work in small, cramped areas.
• Reach high work areas with ladders and/or scaffolding and work at heights greater than ten (10) feet.
• Mix or work with chemicals, paints, cleaning agents or similar solutions using accepted protective equipment.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Respond quickly to sounds
• See and respond quickly to situations
• Communicate in clear, loud voice
• Operate two-radio for communications with park personnel
• Work in outdoor, seasonal weather conditions for 100% of shift

• Current COVID-19 Requirements
  • Ability to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start of employment;

Benefits & Compensation

This is a regular, part-time non-exempt position working Saturday - Sunday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.  The non-negotiable starting rate of pay is $19.95 per hour. After an introductory period, team members get the following benefits:  

• Family membership to Fairyland or up to six guest passes annually
• Discounts in Fairyland’s on-site gift shop and Café 
• Ability to participate 401k plan savings plan
• Employer Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Leave accrues on 1st day and eligible for use after 90 days

How to Join Fairyland!

To apply for a position with Fairyland, please complete the application on our Careers page here. Due to the size of our operations, we are unable to take phone inquiries about positions.

Children's Fairyland fully and actively supports equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We see candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, community building, and meaningful connection with a broad range of people and institutions.

About Children’s Fairyland

Featured in the Wall Street Journal’s travel section on unique places to visit in Oakland and touted by Buzzfeed as “The Most Amazing Place to take Kids” in California, Children’s Fairyland is the first storybook theme park in America! In 1950 a group of dedicated and visionary Oaklanders partnered with the Oakland Park Superintendent and garnered support from enthusiastic citizens to build the outdoor 10-acre theme park on the shores of Lake Merritt in the heart of Oakland. Visited by Walt Disney as he was conceptualizing Disneyland, Fairyland has inspired many other fairy-tale-themed parks across the US. Last year, about 220,000 visitors enjoyed Fairyland’s many activities and programs, and through our outreach program, free or reduced admission is offered to over 16,000 children and families annually. Fairyland operates 362 of 365 days a year, weather permitting.