Position: Church Sexton
Reports to: Parish Administrator
Location: Church of St John the Evangelist, Elora
Hours: 12-15 hours per week
Compensation: (TBD)
Deadline: November 15, 2026

St John's Elora is seeking a responsible, respectful, and conscientious person to join the property team as a caretaker and sexton. The successful candidate will work with the current sexton and property team to coordinate workflow and timing; however, the successful applicant should be prepared to work approximately 15 hours a week, including some time in the evenings and on weekends.

The sexton team is responsible for the cleanliness, presentation, readiness, and routine care of the church's buildings, facilities, and property.

KEY RESPONSIBILIITES

1. Church cleaning and care
- Regularly vacuum and clean the church, including aisles, pews, entrances, floors, accessible surfaces, and furniture.
- Empty garbage and recycling containers.
- Remove old, wilted, or deteriorated flowers and materials.
- Change the sanctuary light regularly (use of ladder required).

- St. John's Commons

- Regularly clean and maintain floors, entrances, common areas and other surfaces.
- Clean glass windows and doors.

- Washrooms

- Clean and disinfect washrooms regularly and following periods of heavy use.
- Replenish toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and other supplies.
- Monitor for and report plumbing and other issues.

- Meeting and Event Set-up

- Set up and take down for internal meetings and events.
- Return rooms to their designated configuration following events.
- Report damage, missing equipment or unusual conditions.

- Commercial Kitchen

- Keep kitchen floors and surfaces clean and orderly.




- Empty garbage and recycling.
- Ensure cleaning and other supplies are available.
- Monitor the general cleanliness and condition of food-preparation and food-storage areas.
- Report concerns involving sanitation, refrigeration, pests, equipment, or other potential Public Health issues.

- Grounds Maintenance

- Cut and maintain grass on church property according to an agreed schedule.
- Monitor property for fallen branches, debris, hazards or other concerns.
- Report equipment requiring repair or replacement.
- Remove snow from designated areas.
- Apply ice-control products as appropriate.
- Report hazardous conditions that cannot be safely addressed.

- General

- Conduct routine visual checks of buildings and property.
- Report leaks, plumbing problems, lighting problems, damage, HVAC concerns, vandalism, or other issues.
- Monitor supplies and advise Parish Administrator when supplies require replenishment.
- Read and abide by the Diocese of Niagara's Safe Church Policy.
- Police Record Check required before hiring.

QUALIFICATIONS, QUALITIES, AND SKILLS

- Previous experience in custodial, facilities, building maintenance or related work is an asset.
- Ability to work independently and organize tasks according to priority.
- Strong attention to cleanliness, detail, and presentation.
- Ability to lift, move and arrange tables, chairs, and other furnishings safely.
- Ability to use ladders occasionally.
- Positive communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable and punctual; attention to detail, ability to work independently and take direction; respectful and courteous interaction with parishioners, visitors, renters, staff and volunteers.

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📌 Sexton/Caretaker, Church of St John the Evangelist, Elora, Diocese of Niagara
🏢 Anglican
📍 Elora