Custodian at First Presbyterian Church

Job Description

The Custodian handles the janitorial duties and responsibilities and performs basic maintenance for the church. The Custodian ensures that all publicly accessible areas of the church are clean and ready for other staff members, the congregation, and the community facility users.

• Handles janitorial duties and performs basic maintenance for the church.
• Ensures cleanliness of all buildings and facilities, including the sanctuary and John Knox Hall.
• Cleans all floors and surfaces of bathrooms, furniture, walls, equipment, windows, windowsills, and fixtures.
• Cleans walkways and patio areas (upper and lower).
• Empty trash containers and washes them as needed.
• Performs minor maintenance activities such as painting over graffiti, clearing drains, filling supplies, etc.
• Sets up and takes down tables and chairs as directed for activities on the church campus.
• Washes windows on campus buildings (inside and outside).
• Makes sure the facility is secure when leaving the campus.
• Notifies office of materials and supplies needed to clean and replenish all bathroom and sink fixtures on campus.
• Notifies Pastor and Property & Finance contact of any facility concerns.

Minimum Qualifications

• Able to uphold the mission of the church.
• Prior custodial or janitorial experience or equivalent, such that dirt and debris are noticed, cleaned, and/or removed from the campus and grounds.
• Possess “pride of ownership” for the church facilities and grounds.
• Able to establish priorities and meet deadlines, often under changing circumstances.
• Flexible and adaptable when unforeseen issues arise.
• Able to work with church volunteers, as needed, building rapport and accepting direction.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.