JOB SUMMARY: The Custodian fulfills the mission by maintaining a neat, clean, safe, and organized environment. The Custodian assists the staff by ensuring that organization is well maintained for its purpose. The Custodian has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with organizational policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic organization
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards, policies and procedures of the Archdiocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding sensitive matters
• Cleans rooms, kitchens, hallways, and carpeted areas daily
• Cleans and disinfects bathrooms daily and replenishes supplies
• Removes trash from offices and eating areas on a daily basis
• Conducts weekly, monthly, and seasonal cleaning as required
• Assists with the set up and clean-up for meetings and special events
• Periodically disinfects door handles, telephones, switch plates, and trash receptacles
• Maintains exterior entrances and walkways
• Applies universal precautions in cleaning practices
• Maintains the security of issued keys, secures buildings, turns off lights, sets thermostats
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the staff

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborates with others to enhance the work environment
• Conducts emergency clean ups and repairs as needed
• Conducts periodic maintenance activities and minor repairs
• Meets with and monitors work of outside contractors
• Communicates maintenance and repair issues to the principal

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Skill in critical thinking and planning

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to work in standard work conditions

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Required to lift or carry furniture, equipment, and supplies
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger
• Required to perform strenuous walking, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing, climbing, twisting, grasping, and reaching overhead
• Required to hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
• Required to work with chemicals, exposure to dust, and slippery and uneven walking surfaces
• Required to work in various climate conditions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Experience with past custodial work or building maintenance preferred but not required