Maintenance & Janitorial Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Introduction:  

The Maintenance & Janitorial Associate of Calvary Baptist Church is a part-time, salaried position serving as the sole staff person for the cleaning, upkeep, and repair of the church facility. The person will function as a handyman and basic custodian while providing administrative assistance in the facilities and the proper maintenance of the building and grounds.

Qualifications/Skills:  

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to perform repair and maintenance jobs of low or moderate difficulty.
• Preference will be given to applicants with general contracting training and/or experience.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are knowledgeable of and have strong networks among local tradesmen.
• Dependable and hardworking.
• Self-starter who is able to demonstrate ownership, take initiative, and make suggestions.
• Ability to organize schedules and communicate effectively with the congregation and the community.
• Applicants should have at least some daytime and weekend availability, and should not have a long commute to the facility.
• Shall not be a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

Responsibilities:

In taking primary responsibility for the building and grounds of Calvary Baptist Church, the Maintenance & Janitorial Associate will be responsible for the cleaning, upkeep, and repair of the facilities which will include but not necessarily be limited to:

• Provide basic janitorial services, including cleaning, stocking, and other regular building needs. Ensure the building is clean and ready for all regular church events as well as special events, such as weddings and funerals.
• Ensure that the outdoor grounds are kept trash-free and in order.
• Perform repair and maintenance work as required and able. Examples could include but are not limited to: replacing fixtures, wall repair, plumbing and electrical troubleshooting, appliance repair, etc.
• Regularly inspect the facility ensuring that there are no unaddressed problems.
• Facilitate communication with any outside contractors required to perform major repairs or upgrades to facilities, as requested by the Trustees.
• Serve as the primary point person for all building use by members and community groups. This includes:
  • Maintaining a calendar of all events taking place in the building.
  • Receiving and responding to requests for building usage, in consultation with the Senior Pastor and Board of Trustees.
  • Communicating with all outside groups using the building regarding policies and procedures, requirements, etc.
• Maintain all documentation, invoices, etc. related to work on the church facility.
• Keep in close communication with the Board of Trustees and Senior Pastor, notifying them of any newly discovered problems or needed work.
• Attend monthly check-ins and come prepared with a report of previous month’s activities, church needs, etc.
• Respond, or coordinate response, to any emergency needs such as a water leak.

Accountability:

• Will be under the direct, day-to-day supervision of the Senior Pastor as head of staff and will keep him/her informed of activities, issues to be addressed, etc.
• Will be accountable to the Board of Trustees, most immediately the chair of that board, and will consult regularly with them concerning building needs, costs and budgets, etc.

Compensation and schedule:

Starting compensation for this position shall be $1500/month, with payment remitted on the normal semi-monthly payroll schedule of the church. This assumes a work schedule that is estimated to require roughly 15 hours per week on average with specific duties and hours varying widely from week to week and as necessary with seasons of church programming. This position offers a highly flexible schedule with rare but possible on-call/immediate needs. PTO is offered. Compensation and job performance will be reviewed annually by the Senior Pastor and the Board of Trustees