Custodian

St. Joseph Church, Bryan; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Church, Bryan seeks a full-time Custodian to maintain a clean, safe school environment aligned with Catholic education values. You will support the principal, faculty, and staff by ensuring classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas are well cared for and ready for daily activities.

The role requires ability to work independently, with a willingness to perform evening or weekend duties as needed, and to follow school and Diocesan policies. An EIM commitment is required shortly after hire.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Skill in critical thinking and planning.
• Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application within the first week and complete EIM training within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a neat, clean, safe, and organized environment for the school.
• Cleans classrooms, work rooms, kitchens, hallways, and carpeted areas daily.
• Cleans and disinfects bathrooms daily and replenishes supplies.
• Removes trash from classrooms, offices, and eating areas daily.
• Assists with setup and cleanup for meetings and special events.
• Communicates maintenance and repair issues to the principal.

Skills

Catholic basics

Independent work

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Custodian fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by maintaining a neat, clean, safe, and organized environment. The Custodian assists the principal, faculty, and staff by ensuring that the school is well maintained for its educational purpose. The Custodian has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Ministerial Character

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools. In order to fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ's mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities.

Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

Essential Duties

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Cleans classrooms, work rooms, kitchens, hallways, and carpeted areas daily
• Cleans and disinfects bathrooms daily and replenishes supplies
• Removes trash from classrooms, offices, and eating areas on a daily basis
• Conducts weekly, monthly, and seasonal cleaning as required
• Assists with the set up and clean-up for meetings and special events
• Periodically disinfects door handles, telephones, switch plates, and trash receptacles
• Maintains exterior entrances and walkways
• Applies universal precautions in cleaning practices
• Complies with MSDS regulations
• Maintains the security of issued keys, secures buildings, turns off lights, sets thermostats
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff
• Collaborates with others to enhance the work environment
• Conducts emergency clean ups and repairs as needed
• Conducts periodic maintenance activities and minor repairs
• Meets with and monitors work of outside contractors
• Communicates maintenance and repair issues to the principal

Knowledge, Skills, and 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
• Skill in critical thinking and planning

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• None required

Certifications and Training:

• Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment, participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 30 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry, and maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment.

Working Conditions

• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to work a minimum of a full school day
• Required to work in standard school conditions