Custodian

About the Role

The Custodian fulfills the mission of St Francis Kindergarten & Nursery by maintaining a neat, clean, safe, and organized environment. The Custodian assists the director and staff by ensuring that the Daycare is well maintained for its educational purpose and has decision-making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies. This position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Positions at St Francis Kindergarten & Nursery help extend the ministry of the Pastor, engaging in ministry for the Church by supporting and upholding the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Cleans work rooms, kitchens, hallways, and floors daily
• Cleans and disinfects bathrooms daily and replenishes supplies
• Removes trash from the building on a daily basis
• Conducts weekly, monthly, and seasonal cleaning as required
• Assists with the set up and clean-up for meetings and special events
• Periodically disinfects door handles, telephones, switch plates, and trash receptacles
• Maintains exterior entrances and walkways
• Applies universal precautions in cleaning practices
• Complies with MSDS regulations
• Maintains the security of issued keys, secures buildings, turns off lights, and sets thermostats
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff
• Collaborates with others to enhance the work environment
• Conducts emergency clean ups and repairs as needed
• Conducts periodic maintenance activities and minor repairs
• Meets with and monitors work of outside contractors
• Communicates maintenance and repair issues to the principal

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Skill in critical thinking and planning

Working Conditions

• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to work a minimum of a full Daycare day
• Required to work in standard Daycare conditions
• All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco-free
• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly
• Exposure to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations
• Required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards
• May be required to use personal or parish vehicle to drive to off-site locations

The Parish is an at-will employer. All employees are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the Church.