Custodian

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Remote options

Paid vacation

Personal leaves

Volunteer events

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis invites applications for a Custodian to maintain cleanliness across church, school, and rectory spaces. The role emphasizes reliability, professionalism, and supporting the Catholic mission while ensuring a welcoming environment for parishioners, students, and families.

The position requires a high school diploma (preferred) and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Opportunities include flexible scheduling and participation in community events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in custodial, janitorial, facilities, or maintenance is preferred but not required.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and restock supplies.
• Mop, sweep, and maintain floors and entryways.
• Clean windows and glass surfaces for brightness and cleanliness.
• Assist in setting up rooms for parish and school events.
• Empty trash and dispose of waste properly throughout buildings.
• Assist with seasonal/deep cleaning and snow removal as needed.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns to parish or school staff.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

St Louis, MO, US, 63110-4024

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and order of all areas within the school buildings, the church, and rectory to ensure a welcoming and hygienic environment by ensuring a clean and well-maintained space. The Custodian works cooperatively with parish and school administration, faculty, and staff, demonstrates respect and professionalism in interactions with parishioners, visitors, students and families, and supports the Catholic mission and values of St. Margaret of Scotland.

Job Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, including restocking supplies as needed (toilet paper, soap, paper towels)
• Mop, sweep, and maintain all floors, including entryways and hallways
• Clean and polish windows, window sills, and other glass surfaces to maintain a bright and clean appearance
• Maintain a routine cleaning schedule to ensure all interior spaces are consistently clean and welcoming
• Assist in the set-up of rooms for parish and school events and meetings
• Ensure trash is emptied and disposed of properly throughout the buildings
• Assist with seasonal or deep cleaning tasks as directed
• Assist with snow removal across parish and school grounds as needed, including walkways and entrances
• Report maintenance or safety concerns to appropriate parish or school personnel
• Assist with seasonal, deep-cleaning, and special maintenance projects
• Help set up and arrange rooms for parish and school events, meetings, and activities
• Maintain custodial equipment and cleaning supplies in good working order
• Follow established cleaning schedules and prioritize assigned tasks efficiently

St. Margaret of Scotland Mission

• Support the mission and values of the Catholic Church, parish, and school
• Contribute to a welcoming, safe, and respectful environment for the entire parish and school community
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and a spirit of service in all responsibilities
• Follow all safety and cleaning protocols to maintain a safe and healthy environment

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous custodial, janitorial, facilities, or maintenance experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a consistent work schedule
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, lift, and move objects up to 25 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach for extended periods during shifts
• Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions (e.g., outside, indoor, climate-controlled spaces)

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.