Custodian Home / Employment Opportunities / Custodian The Diocese of Fall River is seeking a Part-Time Custodian to join our team at the St. John of God Parish, in Somerset, MA. We are looking for a self-motivated and team – orientated individual of high integrity who possesses a great work ethic and is passionate about fulfilling “Christ’s work on earth!” The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in facilities maintenance, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Your expertise in various maintenance tasks will contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of our operations. Position reports to Father Jason Brilhante, Pastor of St. John of God Parish Responsibilities Daily cleaning and maintenance of building facilities Prepare the church and other rooms for services and events, including: Performing the necessary room set-up for scheduled meetings, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment. Cleaning or polishing walls, ceilings, windows, and building fixtures. Cleaning walkways, parking lots, and steps. Dusting furniture, walls, and other equipment. Daily gathering and emptying of the trash. Daily cleaning of the bathrooms. Notifying the Facilities Manager of the need for material/supplies, or the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems. Waxing or sealing floors. Assisting with building security, not limited to locking and unlocking. Cutting and trimming of grass, leaf removal, planting and weeding. The removal of snow at all the properties, unless outside contracting is provided. Perform all other duties as required. Qualifications Prior experience in building maintenance, preferably in a church or similar environment. Basic knowledge of HVAC and mechanical functions of a large residential building. Basic knowledge of cleaning methods and products as well as basic carpentry and painting skills Basic knowledge of landscaping, i.e. lawn care with powered equipment. Ability to bend, stoop, lift and move furniture, walk/stand for a majority of the shift, shovel snow, and remove trash, and lift up to 70 pounds. Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle required. The ability to work nights and weekends, when necessary. Overview Position: Custodian Location: St. John of God Parish 1036 Brayton Ave. Somerset, MA 02726-3188 Classification: Part Time - Hourly Apply Please email or fax your cover letter and resume to: Parish Office office@sjogsomerset.org or mail your cover letter and resume to: St. John of God Parish 996 Brayton Ave., Somerset, MA 02726-3188 Equal Opportunity Employer