Physical Plant Services |  Custodial Services |  Campus Security |  Transportation

Physical Plant Trades Services

email: workorderpp@goshen.edu | Physical Plant Homepage

  • The Office of Conferences and Events work closely with Physical Plant in coordinating needs for events on campus. These services can be requested on the Event Registration Form and OCE will assist with coordination of the services needed.
  • Special services may be needed by the trades crew for an event. Examples include:
    • Marking utilities for tent setup
    • Revise sprinkler schedule for an outdoor event
    • Power drops
    • Climate control
  • Requests for Physical Plant Trades Services should be made at least two weeks in advance.

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Custodial Services

email custodial supervisor: jenniferss@goshen.edu | ext 6264

  • The Office of Conferences and Events meets regularly with the custodial staff to discuss needs for upcoming events. Special custodial services can be requested on the Event Registration Form and OCE will assist with coordination of the services needed.
  • Event set-ups or strikes (tables and chairs, etc.) completed by Custodial Services may incur additional fees.
  • If special cleaning is needed following an event, the event sponsor will be charged an additional fee for this service.
  • Requests for Custodial Services should be made at least two weeks in advance of the event

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Campus Security

email: security@goshen.edu | ext 7599

  • The Office of Conferences and Events works closely with Security in coordinating needs for events on campus.
  • Security is notified weekly by the Office of Conferences and Events about events occurring on campus.
  • Security is the department to contact in case of an emergency during your event. Most buildings have a phone close to the entrance, in the event you need to phone security.

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Transportation

email: physplant@goshen.edu | ext. 7351
The Physical Plant Office can assist you with determining availability of Goshen College owned vehicles which may be needed for a Goshen College sponsored event. A vehicle request should be submitted to physplant@goshen.edu, with the following information:

  • Date and time of expected vehicle check out
  • Date and time of expected vehicle return
  • Type of vehicle needed (automobile, minivan, or minibus)
  • Driver of the vehicle
  • Destination

The following guidelines apply for use of Goshen College vehicles:

  • Goshen College sponsored events can request the use of Goshen College vehicles. A per mile fee will be assessed to the event budget.
  • All drivers must be 21 years of age or older for automobiles and minivans. Minibus drivers must be 25 years or older and must have completed training provided by the Physical Plant in advance.
  • All drivers must complete a Driver Application for Motor Fleet to drive a Goshen College vehicle. These forms can be obtained through a link on the Physical Plant website Home page.
  • Weather advisories may result in the denial of van/car usage.
  • All occupants of college-owned vehicles must wear seatbelts at all times.
  • If a Goshen College vehicle is not available, the Physical Plant can provide you with a list of recommended vehicle rental options in the area.
  • Read the full physical plant guidelines related to the Motor Pool on the Physical Plant Home page.

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