Employment Opportunities

Custodial Night Watchman

POSITION STATUS
Hourly, part-time (hours worked may vary depending on church calendar, estimate of 5-10 hr/wk)

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Acting under the general direction of the Church Administrator, the custodial night watchman will provide general custodial and setup tasks as requested, as well as provide regular security checks of the building. This includes locking and securing the building on Sundays as well as other days of the week based on church building usage. This position will fill in for Church Custodian when he is on vacation or extended leave. With the exception of Sundays, all hours worked will be evening/night hours.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Custodial 
    • General custodial tasks may include vacuuming, sweeping, emptying trashcans and recycling receptacles, etc.
    • General clean up after Friday or weekend funerals and weddings to ready building for Sunday.
    • May be requested to stack chairs in Sanctuary to prepare for events or programs.
    • Tasks may vary from week to week based on the church usage schedule.
    • Coverage for Church Custodian during leaves of absence to ensure that the church is clean and ready for events or programs.
  • Security
    • Makes rounds of building, Annex, and garage to ensure doors and windows are secured (schedule will be based on events and programs of the church).
    • Provides a security “presence” for nighttime events, when requested.
    • Reports any concerns or incidents to Church Administrator, head of security team, and/or emergency personnel or law enforcement as appropriate.
  • Other duties as assigned. 
    • The Custodial Watchman may perform other duties as assigned by the Church Administrator.

RELATIONSHIPS
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.  2 Timothy 2:15
  • Demonstrate positive and appropriate relationships with staff members, volunteers, and visitors.
  • Demonstrate an ability to resolve conflict in a timely manner with courage and consideration.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to operate independently and proactively, also work as a member of a team.
  • An understanding of proper cleaning methods as well as high standards for cleanliness.
  • Must be observant and flexible.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 25 pounds), stand for extended periods of time, and perform repetitive motions. The position requires bending, stooping, and reaching.

SUPERVISION, EVALUATION, AND COMPENSATION
  • Custodial Night Watchman works directly under the Church Administrator.
  • An evaluation of ministry effectiveness will be conducted annually by the Church Administrator.
  • Compensation will be reviewed annually.  Starting wage is $14.48/hr.