Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Associate (Custodian)

Reports to: Building & Grounds Supervisor

Department: Building & Grounds

Hourly Rate : $22

Who is Riverside Church?

We are an interdenominational, interracial, international, open, welcoming, and affirming church and congregation. The history of The Riverside Church reflects a transformation from a predominantly white Protestant congregation to a multiracial and multicultural church that has been at the vanguard of social justice advocacy, liberation theologies, and LGBTQ ministries with a witness that effects the full flourishing of all people. The programs at Riverside Church reflect the diversity of our congregation, city, and world. Love and justice are at the heart of Riverside Church and ever present in our work and witness. At Riverside, God is the God of the oppressed who stands with the poor and the outcast. We believe social services is a ministry and that the offerings from Riverside Church must transform individuals, communities, and systems. We want to work collaboratively with a director to build relationships within our community and neighborhood that are mutual and supportive.

Who are you?

Riverside seeks a collaborative and creative director of social services and outreach with expansive ideas and a vision for what is possible in this new era of church – someone who can take the church to the streets. Someone who can lean into a vision where:

• Riverside affirms and asserts itself as a beacon of hope and light.
• Riverside seeks to speak truth to power in solidarity with those excluded on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation.
• Riverside’s acts of justice and service intend to outweigh all the traditions and factions that no longer serve.
• Riverside leads with integrity and relevance.

Job Summary:

As a Facilities Maintenance Associate at The Riverside Church, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the cleanliness and operational efficiency of our facilities. Your responsibilities will include performing routine cleaning tasks, operating various cleaning equipment, and providing support for event setups and breakdowns.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing of floors, stairs, and surfaces using appropriate cleaning methods and equipment.

- Utilize industrial floor machines for tasks such as scrubbing, stripping, waxing, and polishing floors.

- Vacuum and shampoo rugs periodically using heavy-duty equipment.

- Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, door trim, and chalkboards to maintain a neat and tidy appearance.

- Wash window sills, glass surfaces, and interior walls to uphold cleanliness standards.

- Service lavatories, toilet rooms, and restrooms, ensuring they are clean and well-stocked with supplies.

- Collect and dispose of garbage, as well as maintain waste receptacles throughout the facility.

- Assist with setting up and breaking down rooms for various events, both internal and external.

- Move heavy furniture, supplies, and equipment as required to support facility operations.

- Conduct minor repairs on machinery, equipment, and tools to ensure proper functioning.

- Maintain outdoor grounds by cutting grass, trimming bushes, and removing debris and snow from sidewalks.

- Organize and replenish supplies in designated storage areas.

- Disinfect commonly used items and surfaces to promote a hygienic environment.

- Replace light bulbs as needed and report any maintenance issues to supervisors promptly.

- Regularly dust furniture and fixtures to keep them clean and well-maintained.

- Communicate any safety concerns or hazards to supervisors for prompt resolution.

- Fulfill any other duties as assigned by management.

Experience and Education Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field.

- Proficiency in operating cleaning equipment and familiarity with cleaning chemicals.

- Strong multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

- Capability to set up and break down rooms for events as needed.

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely.

- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Our organization offers a wide range of comprehensive benefits, including generous time off and a strong emphasis on achieving a great work-life balance.

TRCis an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment shall be discriminated against in any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are constantly striving to make our organization anti-racist. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. As an employee, you become part of that mission.

No relocation or sponsorship provided.