Facility Custodian

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The heartbeat of our church is to relentlessly reach the next person for Jesus. The Sioux Falls area is one of the fastest-growing cities in America. By 2031, we hope to reach 5% of Sioux Falls and the surrounding communities for Jesus. That 5% would be 12,500 people for Jesus!

Description

The Facilities Custodian is responsible for helping maintain a clean, safe, welcoming, and well-functioning church facility and grounds. This position combines custodial duties, groundskeeping, seasonal maintenance, and basic building maintenance.

The ideal candidate is dependable, self-motivated, takes pride in their work, and is able to work independently while responding to the needs of the church and its ministries.

Responsibilities

Custodial & Cleaning

● Clean and maintain church buildings, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways,

common areas, and other assigned spaces.

● Vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, sanitize, and perform other routine cleaning duties.

● Empty trash.

● Maintain appropriate cleaning supplies and notify leadership when supplies need to be replenished.

● Prepare facilities for worship services, meetings, classes, and special events, if needed.

● Help maintain a clean, orderly, and welcoming environment throughout the church.

Groundskeeping & Yard Maintenance

● Mow and maintain lawns.

● Trim and grass, weeds, and shrubs.

● Edge sidewalks.

● Perform seasonal yard maintenance and general outdoor cleanup.

● Maintain sidewalks, entrances, and outdoor areas so they remain clean, safe, and

presentable.

● Assist with landscaping, planting, leaf removal, and other grounds projects as needed.

Snow & Ice Removal

● Remove snow from sidewalks, entrances, steps, and other designated areas.

● Apply salt or ice-melt products as needed to maintain safe walking surfaces.

● Assist with snow removal from parking areas and other areas as assigned.

Basic Maintenance & Repairs

● Perform basic building repairs and maintenance appropriate to the employee’s skill level.

● Replace light bulbs and perform other minor upkeep tasks.

● Assist with painting and touch-up projects.

● Help maintain doors, fixtures, furniture, equipment, and other church property.

● Identify maintenance issues and communicate larger or specialized repair needs to

church leadership.

● Assist with facility improvement projects as needed.

Facility & Event Support

● Assist with setup and tear-down for church events, meetings, and special activities, if

needed.

● Move and arrange tables, chairs, and other furniture as needed.

● Help ensure facilities are properly prepared before and restored following events.

● Provide general support for the ongoing operation and care of the church facility.

General Responsibilities

● Take ownership and pride in the appearance and condition of the church property.

● Properly use and care for church-owned tools, equipment, and supplies.

● Follow appropriate safety procedures when using cleaning products, tools, lawn

equipment, and other equipment.

● Work cooperatively with church staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders.

● Perform other related duties as assigned. Communicate the vision & values of Embrace.

Qualifications & Skills

● Dependable, responsible, and punctual.

● Able to work independently and manage assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

● Takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-kept facility.

● Strong attention to detail.

● Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors throughout the year.

● Ability to safely operate basic lawn equipment, hand tools, and cleaning equipment.

● Basic maintenance, custodial, landscaping, painting, or related experience preferred, but not required.

● Experience with general building maintenance or repair is a plus.

● Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team.

● Willingness to learn new skills and take initiative.

● Ability to prioritize tasks and respond to changing facility needs.