Job Overview

College Church in Wheaton is looking for two part-time custodians to work alongside our facilities staff to help maintain our buildings and set up for events. A successful candidate will be able to lift up to 50 pounds, move an 8-foot table and stacks of chairs, have a thriving relationship with Jesus and be able to treat all church customers in a courteous and professional manner. Facilities is looking for someone with an excellent attendance record, a willingness to learn new tasks and functions and who can follow instructions with a good attitude. Must be able to work 25 hours per week consistently (6:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday through Friday) and be able to read and understand direction in English as all supervisory instruction is in English. All applicants must be able to sign and adhere to our Articles of Faith and Standards of the Christian Life document.

Job Description

1. Customer Service: treat all customers (staff members, church members, volunteers, guests, etc.) in a courteous and professional manner. Maintain the facilities and grounds in a high state of appearance, cleanliness and repair.
2. Janitorial Safety: Observe all health/safety rules. Follow established procedures. Wear protective gear and safety equipment. Sturdy/protective footwear must be worn at all times. At all times, follow the precautions for the safe handling and use of all cleaning products. Read, understand and follow the information outlined on Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
3. Set-Ups & Take Downs: Review the event management database and event notebook daily. Prepare rooms for ministry or events accordingly. Assure that each location is thoroughly clean, properly set-up and free of any dangers. Customer requests are to be fulfilled in a timely manner.
4. Supplies: Assist with the loading/unloading of shipments of supplies. Distribute to various locations. Monitor and re-stock paper supplies (such as toilet paper, paper towel, facial tissues, soap, etc.). Maintain the custodial closet and storerooms.
5. Other: Alert supervisor of potential problem areas and areas needing repair. Assist in weather related needs (clearing sidewalks, salting, etc.)
6. Perform other duties as directed.

All applicants must be able to ascend and descend stairs, lift and transport 50 pounds, push and pull maintenance equipment, and be able to move/transport 8-foot tables and stacks of chairs. Must maintain an excellent attendance record, demonstrate a willingness to learn new tasks and functions, maintain a positive attitude and a cooperative team spirit at all times. Personal dress and appearance is to be modest as defined by the church and appropriate for a church environment. Must be able to read and understand English as all supervisory direction is in English.