Custodian for Parish - Archdiocese of Baltimore : Job Details

St. Philip Neri Church, located in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, seeks candidates for a Custodian for the parish. The Custodian helps to oversee and perform routine maintenance of parish buildings and property. This position reports directly to the Facilities Manager and works collaboratively with other facilities staff. Must have availability to respond to on-call emergencies. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. The hours are 8am - 4pm.Essential Functions:

• Clean and maintain the cleanliness of the Church, Parish Rectory and shared Parish School space
• Clean non-carpeted floors; vacuum and mop regularly; strip, clean, buff, and apply sealer and floor finish according to established schedules
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and water cooler using established procedures and appropriate disinfectant cleaners
• Dust and polish furniture and clean upholstery
• Dust equipment including computer monitors and keyboards, telephones, and all surfaces
• Vacuum carpeted areas
• Clean gym floors as required
• Clean interior walls, dust ceilings, and clean building fixtures
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows and window frames
• Gather trash, clean trash cans, insert new trash bags, dispose of gathered trash in designated receptacles
• Place recycle bin out on regular recycle day
• Replace light bulbs, refill restroom dispensers for paper towels, soap, deodorizer, and toilet paper
• Assist with or perform set-up duties for meetings and events and break down chairs and tables afterwards – clean area if needed
• Perform cleaning and clearing duties such as removing debris, leaves, snow, ice, trash, etc., from sidewalks, parking lots, and stairs as needed
• Respond to cleaning requests quickly and in a professional and collaborative manner
• Weekend events occasionally required with flextime available.
• Other duties as requested.
• Report any issues to the Business Manager

Required Education and Experience:

• Relevant experience in professional custodial work is a plus.
• Experience operating buffers, polishers, and rug shampooing equipment is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of light mechanical, electrical, plumbing, painting a plus but not required
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to ascend and descend from heights; ability to transfer heavy items including office furniture from one place to another
• Knowledge of practices and methods used to maintain, repair, and clean tile and carpet floor coverings
• Basic understanding of the proper use and disposal of potentially hazardous chemicals and materials used in the performance of job duties, to clean the range of surfaces associated with commercial spaces
• Must be able to work in difficult weather conditions, including heat and cold, snow and rain, etc.
• Must be flexible in scheduling and be available for emergency situations that may occur outside of normal work hours
• Must be able to lift 40 to 50 lbs.
• Reliable transportation

Range: $16.00/hourlyBenefits:We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.