Title: Custodian
Reports to: Congregational Administrator
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Hours and schedule: Two weekdays, for a total of 6-8 hours per week
Date revised: February 25, 2025
Purpose of Position: The custodian is a very important member of the church staff. A clean, safe, and well-cared for facility provides an environment conducive to worship, learning, and fellowship.
Core Competencies:
-Organization and Planning: Organizes and inventories supplies and equipment. Works independently and productively with minimal supervision.
-Trust and Integrity: Is widely trusted to keep confidentialities, admit errors, and adhere to a transparent set of personal and professional values that are congruent with the ministry of Peoples Church.
-Conflict Management: Recognizes and resolves conflicts effectively, applying principles of active listening, collaboration, and equity.
Interpersonal Skills: Builds professional rapport; brings a positive attitude of support and discretion; maintains appropriate boundaries.
Essential Functions:
-Ensure the church building is always clean, safe, and well-maintained.
-Identify and complete custodial tasks, resulting in the weekly cleaning of the entire facility — including the sanctuary, classrooms, fellowship rooms, and offices.
-Ensure proper storage of all cleaning supplies and equipment.
-Keep up with removal of trash, recycling, and yard waste receptacles and bins.
-Communicate with the Congregational Administrator regarding any noticeable deficiencies and concerns about the church building.
-Perform minor maintenance and repairs (e.g., changing light bulbs, emptying dehumidifiers, shoveling walks, etc.).
-Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
Qualifications may be met through professional experience, volunteer work, informal training, and/or equivalent lived experiences:
-Possesses previous custodial/cleaning experience.
-Uses equipment, products, and tools safely to clean carpets, furniture, and windows.
-Lifts and carries up to 35 – 50 pounds, ability to navigate stairways
-Strong work ethic and effective time management with a positive attitude.
-Uses verbal and written communication skills effectively.
How to Apply
Email your resume to ourCongregational Administrator, David Kind at [email protected].
The starting hourly wage is $15.00 – $18.00/hour, depending on qualifications.
Membership in Peoples Church is highly discouraged; exceptions can be granted by the minister.
Start date: When a suitable candidate is hired.
We are committed to developing a diverse and talented staff team. Consider joining the dedicated staff of this liberal religious community. If you are excited about this role, but unsure whether you meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Learn more about Peoples Church Unitarian Universalist at: https://peoplesuu.org/about-peoples/
Still have questions? Contact our Congregational Administrator, David Kind at [email protected]