Church Facilities Custodian & Maintenance

Margaret Mary; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Texas seeks a dedicated Custodian/Maintenance to ensure clean, safe, and welcoming facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning churches, setting up for Masses and events, basic repairs, grounds work, and compliance with safety policies.

Heavy focus on reverence for sacred spaces and professional conduct with clergy, staff, and parishioners. The role requires ability to work independently, lift up to ~50 pounds, and pass background checks with Safe

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, facilities, maintenance, construction, or handyman experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance and repair.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment and other facility-related equipment.
• Must successfully complete required diocesan background and fingerprint screening, and Safe Environment training, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize the church, chapel, offices, classrooms, meeting rooms, restrooms, kitchens, hallways, and other assigned areas.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, clean windows, empty trash, and maintain floors and other surfaces.
• Clean and maintain restrooms and replenish paper products, soap, and other supplies.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of worship spaces while treating sacred items, furnishings, and church property with appropriate care and respect.
• Perform deep-cleaning and seasonal cleaning projects.
• Maintain cleanliness of entrances, common areas, and high-traffic areas.
• Perform routine handyman and general building maintenance tasks.
• Perform basic repairs to walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and other building components.
• Make minor repairs to chairs, tables, cabinets, and other parish furnishings.
• Assist with basic electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing maintenance within the employee's training and authorization.
• Identify maintenance problems and determine when a repair requires a licensed or specialized contractor.
• Assist contractors and service technicians with access to facilities and provide information regarding maintenance issues.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings and report needed repairs or safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities and maintain appropriate maintenance records.
• Set up and break down tables, chairs, equipment, and other furnishings for Masses, meetings, weddings, funerals, parish activities, and special events.
• Prepare rooms and facilities for parish and school activities.
• Return facilities to their proper condition following events.
• Assist with seasonal decorations and removal of decorations as assigned.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials throughout the campus.
• Help maintain storage areas and ensure supplies and equipment are properly organized.
• Maintain entrances, sidewalks, patios, courtyards, playground areas, and other assigned exterior areas.
• Pick up litter and maintain the general appearance of the property.
• Perform minor repairs to gates, fences, signs, benches, and other exterior items.
• Assist with basic landscaping, watering, weed control, and seasonal grounds work as assigned.
• Report hazardous conditions such as damaged sidewalks, broken lighting, leaks, fallen limbs, or other safety concerns.
• Follow all parish and diocesan safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, facility hazards, leaks, damage, or security concerns.
• Use cleaning chemicals, tools, ladders, machinery, and maintenance equipment safely and according to manufacturer instructions.
• Maintain proper storage of chemicals, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with opening and securing buildings as assigned.
• Ensure doors, windows, lights, and other areas are properly secured when closing facilities.
• Report accidents, injuries, property damage, and other incidents promptly.
• Monitor custodial, maintenance, and facility supplies.
• Notify the supervisor when supplies, tools, parts, or equipment need to be purchased or replaced.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean, safe, and working condition.
• Keep maintenance and storage areas organized.
• Assist with maintaining an inventory of commonly used maintenance and custodial supplies.
• Treat the church and all sacred spaces with reverence and respect.
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with clergy, parish staff, parishioners, volunteers, school personnel, children, and visitors.
• Respect the privacy and confidentiality of parishioners and staff.
• Follow diocesan policies, parish procedures, and Safe Environment requirements.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager, Assistant Facilities Manager, Operations Director, Pastor, or designated supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Punctual

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Texas seeks a dedicated Custodian/Maintenance to ensure clean, safe, and welcoming facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning churches, setting up for Masses and events, basic repairs, grounds work, and compliance with safety policies.

Heavy focus on reverence for sacred spaces and professional conduct with clergy, staff, and parishioners. The role requires ability to work independently, lift up to ~50 pounds, and pass background checks with Safe