Custodian

Part-Time Custodian

Job Description

Job Overview

The Part-Time Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the church facilities, ensuring that Harvest Church remains a clean and welcoming environment for worship, ministry, and events. This role focuses on cleaning, light maintenance, and facility support to ensure smooth operations during all services and building activities.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Custodial Excellence:
• Ensure the church building is clean, organized, and safe by performing routine custodial tasks and light maintenance.
• Facility Readiness:
• Prepare spaces for services and events, including setup, teardown, and responding to facility needs during gatherings.
• Problem-Solving:
• Identify and address facility issues promptly, including routine cleaning, minor repairs, or urgent maintenance needs.
• Safety & Stewardship:
• Follow safety procedures, report facility concerns, and help maintain church resources with care and responsibility.
• Flexibility & Responsiveness:
• Be available to respond to unexpected maintenance needs.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of facility maintenance, including minor repairs and troubleshooting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be available for occasional weekend shifts and special events.
• Alignment with the mission and values of Harvest Church.

Living Out the Role

• Who You Are:
• You have a heart for service and see custodial work as a ministry that supports the church’s mission.
• You take pride in a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring spaces are ready for worship and fellowship.
• You are dependable and proactive, addressing facility needs without being asked.
• What Success Looks Like:
• The church is consistently clean, safe, and well-maintained before, during, and after services or events.
• Weekend services and events run smoothly because spaces are prepared and facility needs are met.
• Small maintenance issues are handled efficiently, and larger concerns are reported promptly.
• You approach your work with excellence, understanding that a well-maintained church enhances worship and community.
• Going Above & Beyond:
• You anticipate needs and address facility issues before they become problems.
• You take ownership of your role, suggesting ways to improve efficiency or facility upkeep.
• You step in to assist with unexpected situations (e.g., spills, emergency repairs, special event setups).
• What to Avoid:
• Waiting to be told what needs to be cleaned or fixed rather than taking initiative.
• Doing just the minimum instead of ensuring every space is truly ready for services and events.
• Ignoring small facility concerns that could turn into bigger problems if left unattended.
• Seeing custodial work as just a job rather than an opportunity to serve the church community.

Church & Job Information

Denomination: Non-Denominational

Church Size: 850

Job Type: Part-Time (20-25 Hrs/Wk), Hourly

Pay Range: Based on Experience

Workplace Location:

Harvest Church

1669 S. Garfield Ave.

Traverse City, MI 49686

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Custodial: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Traverse City, MI 49686 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24