Lead Custodian

Job Summary

The Lead Sexton (head custodian) manages and oversees all aspects of the properties owned by the church, is responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of the church, supervises other sextons, and acts as building superintendent for the parsonage and rental properties.

Essential Functions

· The grounds of the church properties are well maintained in all seasons

· The interior of the whole church is kept clean

· Minor repairs as needed

· Maintenance of church properties’ mechanical and electrical systems

· Ensuring that the facilities are prepared for various functions and events

· Supervision of other sextons

· Creates schedule for securing the church building each evening

· Coordinating with service contractors as needed acting as a liaison for the Property Committee

· Coordinates volunteers to assist with tasks as needed

· Responds to emergency situations

Other Responsibilities

· Participate in staff meetings.

· Ensures safety protocols are followed for materials and equipment.

· Attend Property Committee meetings

Qualifications

· High school diploma

· Prior work experience preferred

· Physical ability to perform the work

· Willingness to work some weekends and some holidays

· Criminal background check and child abuse clearances required

Core Competencies

· Attention to Detail: Consistently produces quality work; understands the need to attend to the smallest of details; works to resolve all issues when solving a problem; understands the importance of details as they relate to the wider perspective.

· Interpersonal Skills: Maintains good working relationships with staff and volunteers; works well with all congregants; builds community; considers the impact of his/her actions on others; is a compassionate and appropriate communicator; comfortably handles risk, change and uncertainty.

· Self-Development: Sets measurable and obtainable work objectives; works to improve and develop needed technical skills to perform essential functions; maintains awareness of technical innovation; is open to evaluation and feedback on performance.

· Time Management: Is able and willing to focus time on tasks that contribute to organizational goals; uses time effectively and efficiently; values time and respects the time of others; can appropriately balance priorities.

· Priority Setting: Identifies what is most important and works to accomplish those tasks first; understands the critical issue or goal ignoring and minimizing distractions; overcomes obstacles; respects deadlines for work.

· Process Management: Able to create plans quickly in order to get multiple tasks completed; excels at organizing people and activities; understands how to create efficient work flow in separating, combining, and delegating tasks.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20