Custodian - Evenings

Job Summary:

The Custodian provides janitorial services in the church, parish offices and meeting rooms, performs minor maintenance duties and secures facilities at the end of the evening. Work hours are 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. This is a part-time, nonexempt position requiring approximately 20 hours per week. The position reports to the Facilities Director and operates with little latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.

Ministerial Character

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish of St. Luke Catholic Church

which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed at St. Luke Catholic Church help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Pastor in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

Essential Job Duties:

• As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of St. Luke Catholic Church in both your professional and personal life.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding parish matters.
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the Parish and Diocese.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the Church, Parish Hall, Pastoral Center and Religious Education Building.
• Ensures that the church buildings are opened and secured when scheduled.
• Secures buildings at the end of special meetings or church events.
• Ensures alarms are set and all doors are locked.
• Turns off lights and set thermostats as needed.
• Set up tables and chairs for special church activities and programs as needed.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including replenishing supplies daily.
• Follows custodial maintenance/setup/housekeeping requirements in response to general and special church calendar events.
• Set up and clean up after church events as needed.
• Empties trash containers as needed.
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by Facilities Director.
• Communicates maintenance and repair issues to the Facilities Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious and laity.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and utilize effective time management techniques.
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Trainings:

• High School Diploma or GED acceptable to Texas Education Agency.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of related full time wage earning experience.

Language:

• English (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing)
• Spanish (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing). Preferred but not required.

Catholic Requirement:

• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Working Conditions:

• All employees of the Parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.
• The Parish is an at-will employer.
• All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco free.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
• Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.
• Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
• May be required to use personal or parish vehicle to drive to off-site locations.
• Travelling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may require overnight lodging.