Custodian Maintenance Employee

Job Description

Position Title: Part-Time Custodian/Maintenance Employee
Reports To: Pastor or Facilities Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday, Tuesday and Friday. 10-16 hours per week (including occasional evenings/weekends and holidays)
Hourly Rate: $19.00/hour
Location: Light of the World Catholic Church Littleton, Colorado

Position Summary
The Part-Time Custodian/Maintenance Employee supports the mission of the parish by ensuring that church buildings and grounds are clean, safe, welcoming, and well-maintained. This position provides routine custodial work, light repairs, event setup, and general facility oversight.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Custodial Responsibilities
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, meeting rooms, worship spaces, and offices.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust all assigned areas.
• Empty trash and recycling; maintain waste areas in a tidy condition.
• Restock restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Set up and tear down for parish events, meetings, and liturgical celebrations.
Maintenance Responsibilities
• Monitor building systems and notify manager of issues that are outside scope of job duties.
• Occasionally assist team with minor repairs.
• Assist with basic groundskeeping such as sweeping entryways, clearing debris, and simple outdoor tasks.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Ensure equipment is used safely and stored properly.
Safety & Compliance
• Maintain safe and hazard free conditions throughout parish property.
• Lock and unlock facilities as assigned; ensure buildings are secured.

Qualifications
• Prior custodial or maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks (bending, climbing, standing, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of maintenance tools and cleaning equipment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Must be able to communicate with staff and volunteers.
• Respect for Catholic values and willingness to maintain a reverent environment in sacred spaces.
• Practicing Catholic preferred.
Personal Characteristics
• Friendly, professional, and service oriented.
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Discretion and respect for the parish community.
Additional Requirements
• Background check and compliance with Diocesan Safe Environment policies.
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation

About the Employer

We are a vibrant Catholic Church with 1,600 families, in Littleton, Colorado.
Our mission is to form disciples to live and share the abundant life of Christ.