Custodian - Part-time

Diocese of Austin; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Diocese of Austin is seeking a part-time Custodian to ensure a clean and safe environment for the parish community. This role involves daily cleaning tasks, assisting parish events, and maintaining confidentiality while upholding the values of the Catholic Church. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and the ability to work independently in a church setting.

Qualifications

• Required to hold a high school diploma.
• Must participate in EIM training within 30 days of hiring.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects classrooms and bathrooms daily.
• Conducts emergency clean-ups and maintenance as needed.
• Assists in setting up and cleaning up for events.

Skills

Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church

Ability to work independently

Ability to work well with others

Critical thinking and planning skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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Job Summary

The Custodian fulfills the mission of the Catholic Church by maintaining a neat, clean, safe, and organized environment. The Custodian assists the pastor and staff by ensuring that the parish is well maintained for its ministerial purpose. The Custodian has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with parish policies. The position is hired and evaluated by the Parish Business Administrator.

Description

Job Summary

The Custodian fulfills the mission of the Catholic Church by maintaining a neat, clean, safe, and organized environment. The Custodian assists the pastor and staff by ensuring that the parish is well maintained for its ministerial purpose. The Custodian has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with parish policies. The position is hired and evaluated by the Parish Business Administrator.

Ministerial Character

Catholic Churches in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. In order to fulfill Christ's mission, the parish leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ's mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities.

Positions employed in this Parish help extend the ministry of the Parish leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor and other staff 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 Catholic Church
• 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 Parish and Diocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding parish 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 parish, 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 Parish Business Administrator
  
  

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
  
  

Education

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
  
  

Employee Certification

All employees must adhere to the Catholic Church Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin.

Texas is an “at-will” employment state. Letters of employment are not contracts, nor do they bind the employer or the employee to a predetermined time or guarantee of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Religious Institutions

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