Custodian

Bridgetown believes in the participation of all people at every life stage in practicing the way of Jesus. We believe that to be an apprentice of Jesus of Nazareth is to order your life around three goals: be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did. Our dream is that as we live this way, our lives, our communities, and our city, will be transformed. 

Role Summary:

We believe organized, clean facilities, create a hospitable space,  equip community and production to operate at a higher level so we can more effectively see Jesus’ Kingdom come in Portland as it is in Heaven. The role of the Bridgetown Custodian is to perform highly diversified duties to prepare and maintain the gathering spaces before and during weekend gatherings or independent events. The custodian is also responsible for tearing down equipment. The Custodian should be a self-starter, conscientious, able to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with building opening and closing for evening gatherings and independent events.


• Monitor facility during the gatherings and events


• Weekly Custodial tasks (sweeping, cleaning, vacuuming, garbage removal, maintaining bathrooms, etc.)


• Respond to all staff/volunteer concerns in a timely manner


• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.


• Collaborate with other professionals and contractors during projects.


• Problem solves general issues to ensure clean facilities.  

General Expectations:

• Theologically aligned with Bridgetown’s Ministry Philosophy and DNA


• Agree with, and adhere to, the leadership structure of Bridgetown Church


• Collaborate with and bring vision to the facilities department.


• Respond to all staff/volunteer concerns in a timely manner

Minimum Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Living within character qualifications of 1 Timothy 3v1-13


• Attempting to Follow Bridgetown’s Rule of Life


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Able to be hard-working and work independently.


• Organized worker who shows initiative.


• Enthusiasm and passion to serve Bridgetown in any way needed


• Self-starter who is responsible.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Physical stamina and dexterity


• Must be able to multi-task and carry out different projects at the same time.

Physical Requirements:

Sit                               Sit frequently.

Stand                          Stand occasionally, punctuated by the opportunity to sit at short,  varying intervals.

Walk                            Walk level surfaces frequently.

Climb                           Walk stairs on an occasional basis.

Hand Dexterity            Frequent requirement for hand dexterity for computer and telephone usage, as well as writing.

Speech/Language       Must have strong command of the English language and be able to be clearly understood when speaking.

Lift                                Regularly lift up to 75lbs.

Carry                        Regularly carry up to 75 lbs.

Push                             Regularly up to 20 lbs., occasionally up to 75lbs.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

Bridgetown Church reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.