Job Type Part-time Description SUMMARY The custodian is responsible for accomplishing a daily routine of custodial tasks that provides the public areas with an environmentally safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient place in which to work and conduct parish activities. The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees.
Authenticity : Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living Respect: Affirming each person's God-given dignity and uniqueness. Courage : Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly. Commitment : Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Occasionally evenings with advanced notice and a minimum of one (1) weekend day.
- Cleans interior areas including, but not limited to, the church, sacred spaces, offices, hallways, lavatories, drinking fountains, breakrooms, entrances, and other area as directed.
- Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming. Performs physically demanding tasks requiring use of heavy custodial equipment, including, but not limited to, mopping, stripping, waxing, and floor buffing.
- Cleans, sanitizes, and resupplies restrooms.
- Performs custodial tasks, including, but not limited to, emptying, cleaning, and sanitizing waste receptacles; dusting furniture and other various fixtures; cleaning vents, fans, and walls.
- Cleans interior and exterior of windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using approved cleaners, sponges, and/or squeegees.
- Check outside buildings for litter and pick up as appropriate including sidewalks and walkways surrounding the buildings.
- Performs cleaning and sanitizing tasks in various facility areas including kitchen and food service areas.
- Removes trash by emptying trash containers; transports materials to disposal area; recycles materials.
- May perform residential cleaning and sanitizing services of church properties, including, but not limited to, living areas, bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.
- Uses appropriate chemicals and cleaners safely and productively according to instructions and established regulations to ensure personal, parishioner, visitor, and staff safety.
- Reports and removes possible safety hazards.
- Responds to emergency situations in order to confine, resolve, and prevent injuries or other hazardous conditions.
- Requisitions supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Moves heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually with assistance or by using appropriate equipment including, but not limited to, hand trucks.
- Sets up, arranges, or removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets and / or meetings.
- Assists with preparation and service of coffee and refreshments for assigned functions; follows up with cleaning.
- Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
- Performs light maintenance as directed.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Other tasks and duties, as assigned.
Requirements QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. CATHOLIC FAITH Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent preferred supplemented by any previous experience demonstrating ability to safely and effectively operate standard facility custodial equipment, and ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES The ability to communicate, listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Strong command of both written and spoken English language. WORKING CONDITIONS The working hours of this position are not limited to an 8-hour day. This person will need to be available in the evening and weekends, as needed. Must be willing to work in conditions of stress and function well under pressure. PHYSICAL and SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing 15 feet and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (30 pounds). A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.