Custodian/Handy Man

Employment Status: Part-Time*

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Schedule: Monday – Friday  (20 hrs/wk) Occasional tasks on Saturday/Sunday

Reports to: Pastor

Benefits may include: 

• Paid Holidays/Holy Days (vary by location)

• 403b Retirement

• Employee Assistance Program

Summary

The Custodian/Handy Man fulfills the mission by maintaining a neat, clean, safe, and organized indoor and outdoor environment. The Custodian/Handy Man assists the staff by ensuring that the parish facilities and property are well maintained for its purpose. The Custodian/Handy Man has decision-making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with organizational policies.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports and upholds the ministry of the Catholic Church
• 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, offices, hallways, and carpeted areas regularly by means of sweeping, mopping, and/or dusting
• Cleans and disinfects bathrooms regularly and replenishes supplies
• Removes trash from offices, classrooms, common areas, and main church building on a regular basis
• Conducts weekly, monthly, and seasonal cleaning and minor maintenance (such as A/C filter replacement, light bulbs, etc.), as required
• Assists with set-up and clean-up for meetings and special events
• Maintains exterior property (to include lawn and garden, parking lot, etc.)
• Applies universal precautions in cleaning practices
• Maintains the security of issued keys, secures buildings, turns off lights
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the staff

Other 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
• Communicates maintenance and repair issues to the pastor

Knowledge, Skills & 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
• Ability to follow general and detailed instructions from supervisor
• Skill in critical thinking and planning
• Basic mechanical skills preferred, but not required
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Working Conditions

• Required to manage moderate levels of stress
• Required to work in standard work conditions indoors and outdoors

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 operate outdoor equipment such as lawn mower, weed trimmer, pruner, lopper, and other such outdoor tools
• 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

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

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed. The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.