Custodian / Maintenance Tech: St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish

Avon, OH

Diocese of Cleveland

Position: Custodian / Lite Maintenance Technician

Classification: Hourly - Non-Exempt - Part Time

Supervisor: Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary

The Custodian/Maintenance Technician will maintain the church, school building, parish office building, rectory and grounds, ensuring all facilities remain safe, functional, and available for productive use by keeping them clean, safe, welcoming and in good working order. The Custodian/Maintenance Technician will work independently and consistently maintain standards of cleanliness according to daily and seasonal needs.

Essential Functions and Custodial Services

• Maintain parish facilities including:
  • Church spaces, offices, restrooms, and parish halls
  • Cleaning, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and sanitizing surfaces
  • Emptying trash
  • Restocking cleaning and facility supplies
  • Performing floor maintenance as needed
• Facilities Maintenance and Repair- Perform light-to-moderate general maintenance and repairs including:
  • Electrical: Replace light bulbs and ballasts, run wiring, and perform minor fixture repairs
  • Plumbing: Repair leaky faucets and toilets, replace plumbing fixtures, and unclog drains
  • Carpentry and General Repairs:Hang items, patch drywall, perform painting touch-ups, repair door hardware, and complete general labor and maintenance tasks
    • Proactively identify maintenance issues and report major problems requiring licensed contractors to the Maintenance Supervisor or Business Manager
  • Groundskeeping:Maintain parish grounds throughout the year, including:
    • Seasonal mowing, trimming, weeding, and general lawn and grounds upkeep
    • Snow removal during winter months
      • Shoveling and salting sidewalks, steps, and main entryways to ensure safe access for Masses and parish events
    • Maintaining reliable availability during inclement weather when snow and ice removal is necessary
  • Event Support- Support parish and community events, including community dinners, fundraisers and social gatherings by:
    • Setting up tables, chairs, and specialized equipment
    • Preparing parish halls and outdoor spaces to welcome guests
    • Promptly breaking down and cleaning event spaces following events

Position Specification / Requirements

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities

• Prior experience in custodial work and/or building maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to safely perform basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
• Experience operating common groundskeeping equipment including lawnmowers, weed whackers, and snow blowers.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Must respectfully support the mission and environment of the Catholic Church.
• Must successfully pass a background check and complete Diocesan VIRTUS training.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires varied hours depending on the season and parish events.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift 50 pounds.
• Work in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to perform hands-on maintenance and groundskeeping tasks.

Range

18.00 — 22.00