POSITION TITLE: CHURCH CUSTODIAN PART-TIME

(Up to 24 HOURS WEEKLY) MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 A.M. – 12 NOON (Flex Hours may be possible) (Optional Sunday morning additional 4 hours i.e. 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.)

JOB SUMMARY The Church Custodian is responsible for completing a broad range of cleaning, security, and facility maintenance duties (both indoor and outdoor) in an efficient, effective, and co-operative manner on behalf of the Church staff, external organizations, and the congregation.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES CLEANING DUTIES:

DAILY/ OR AS NEEDED

General

- Check calendar and verify with the office administrator for events, meetings and/or groups scheduled to use the Church facilities during the day and evening and their set-up requirements
- Set up for groups, as required
- Take down or rearrange set-ups for groups, as required
- Remove garbage and recycle materials from all areas
- Regular cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces
- Take garbage out to the curb, based on the garbage collection schedule or arrange for this to be done
- Complete outdoor seasonal tasks as required
- Cut and trim grass (weekly or as needed)
- Clean up debris, leaves, paper and yard waste
- Remove snow, clean walkways and steps
- Apply sand/de-icer to walkways and entrances, as required
- Replenish containers of de-icer and sand at each entrance
- Other duties appropriate to the position

Washrooms:

- Clean sinks, toilets, mirrors, counter tops and towel dispensers
- Check paper towel dispensers and toilet paper dispensers
- Replenish supplies, as needed
- Mop the floor
- Remove garbage from the garbage cans and sanitary receptacles
- Check to ensure that all washrooms are clean and stocked before leaving each day

Kitchen:

- Monitor freezer and fridge temperatures
- Mop the floor, if the kitchen has been used
- Clean horizontal and vertical surfaces, as necessary
- Remove garbage and recycle materials

Corridors:

- Clean and keep transparent, as necessary
- Keep vestibules and stairways clean
- Vacuum interior door mats, as required

Lower Hall:

- Sweep the lower hall and meeting room areas
- Wash floors, if necessary

Sanctuary:

- Dust pews, windowsills and stairwells,



as needed
- Check pews and tables for out-of-date bulletins and cups or garbage. Includes choir loft.
- Restock pews with visitor envelopes, welcome cards, and donation envelopes, as required
- Check balcony for cleanliness
- Check carpet and tile areas
- Vacuum the carpets and sweep and mop wood floor, as needed
- Check for loose pews or hazardous conditions
- Report defects to the Property Committee

Parlour:

- Sweep floor and mop, as needed
- Dust and/or vacuum furniture periodically
- Clean kitchenette, as needed
- Remove garbage and recycle materials

Chapel:

- Mop floor, dust furniture, and vacuum carpet, as needed

Music Room:

- Clean kitchenette, as needed
- Vacuum carpet
- Remove garbage and recycle materials

Games Room and Sewing Rooms:

- Mop floor, as needed, using wood floor cleaner
- Remove garbage and recycle materials

Boiler Room and Storage Areas:

- Keep areas tidy

SECURITY AND SAFETY:

DAILY

- Unlock the premises to be used
- Walk around to check the building and grounds for damage
- Check emergency exits to ensure they are clear
- Ensure that door hardware is functional
- Pick up garbage and debris
- Perform minor repairs
- Following standing instructions for urgent repairs. Contact approved contractors, as needed (Major repairs at to be approved by the Property Committee)
- Receive and distribute deliveries of supplies to the Church
- Lock and secure the building before leaving each day

MONTHLY:
- Report non-urgent repair needs to the Property Committee
- Check to ensure that fire extinguishers are functional
- Check that emergency lighting is functional
- Check fire-rated doors for proper functioning

SEASONAL:

Winter

- Clean walkways and steps
- Use sand/de-icer as required for safety

Summer:




- Cut and trim grassed areas (weekly or as needed)
- Clean up debris, leaves, papers and yard waste
- Arrange required maintenance and inspections

GENERAL:
- Other duties appropriate to the position

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain equipment inventory and keep track of changes
- Order, receive, and store cleaning supplies
- Pick up supplies, when necessary, and keep track of mileage or report needs to Property Committee Chairperson
- Assist Church staff and be helpful to Church members and visitors whenever possible

ACCOUNTABILITY: The Church Custodian is responsible on a day-to-day basis to the Property Committee Chairperson and will work closely with the Property Committee and many other Church organizations. They are accountable to the Ministry and Personnel Committee, Property Committee and to the Church Council.

QUALIFICATIONS: The Church Custodian must have a broad knowledge of the Church organizations and activities. They must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and co-operatively with many individuals and organizations in the Church. They will know the location of sources for electrical, water, and natural gas in the building, as well as understanding the fuse breaker panels for electricity.

They will also understand safety data information regarding industrial chemicals used in the building and possess WHMIS qualifications. They must demonstrate knowledge of cleaning and maintaining a public building in accordance with policies of the Middlesex-London Health Unit, the Ontario Ministry of Health and federal agencies. They must be bondable and insurable.

They must have a valid Police Check. Successful applicant must have received all vaccinations as directed and/or recommended by any governmental authority or health authority having jurisdiction and shall maintain all such vaccinations as directed and/or recommended by any governmental authority or health authority having jurisdiction during their employment.

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Custodian (London)
🏢 CALVARY UNITED CHURCH
📍 London