Custodian-Maintenance Worker

409 Hemenway St, Marlborough MA

Description

JOB TITLE: CUSTODIAN/MAINTENANCE (PT) ST. MATTHIAS PARISH, MARLBOROUGH MA General Description St. Matthias in Marlborough is currently looking for a Custodian/Maintenance person to join their team. This position is responsible for the appearance, cleanliness, maintenance, and minor repairs and improvements of the buildings and grounds. This is a part-time position, 12 hours/week. This position reports to the Office Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Perform a variety of general building maintenance repairs and services including but not limited to: basic/general carpentry repairs, masonry repairs, electrical systems, plumbing, and prep work and painting.  Gathering and removal of trash and recyclables in all buildings.  Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment.  Cleaning, dusting, disinfecting restrooms, door handles, windows, walls, ceilings, seating, stairwells, etc as needed and keeping supplies filled.  Performing the necessary room set-up and take-down for masses, scheduled meetings and parish evvents as well as preparation for funerals and baptisms.  Maintain kitchen equipment (including freezer/refrigerator/stove/sink, etc.)  Purchase custodial supplies from preferred vendors as needed.  Identify problems, notify Office Manager when there is a need for major repairs or expenses.  Communicate with sub-contractors when needed and manage projects until completion.  Assisting with building security, locking and unlocking.  Complete grounds work as needed which will include but may not be limited to: o Pick up trash (especially near roads) as needed and maintain cleanliness o Maintaining a clean dumpster area as needed o Weed control in mulched areas as needed o Trimming of shrubs and plants o Maintenance of parking lot (weeding, filling cracks/holes as needed) o Maintain walkways (weeding, filling in spaces with sand as needed) o Repainting lines in parking lots  Winter Preparation and Winter o Raking of leaves, removal of debris o Keep sidewalks clear and de-iced during office hours as needed o Place salt and shovels near all entrances and keep supplied with salt.  Additional projects as necessary: o Prep and paint outside columns o Prep and paint window frames o Prep and paint railings  Keep a clean and clutter free work area in all utility rooms RISK MANAGEMENT • Follow church and Archdiocese of Boston safety procedures • Maintain first aid kits / stations & AED’s throughout all parish buildings • Monitor all emergency exits and lights to make sure they are free of clutter and are in working order • Alert staff or handle appropriately any dangerous situation or risk of damage to property MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS  Preferably 2 - 4 Years of Building/General Maintenance.  At least basic carpentry and painting skills.  Knowledge of basic HVAC and mechanical functions of large buildings.  Basic knowledge of cleaning methods and products.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team and interact professionally with vendors, staff, volunteers and parishioners.  Hard worker who is a self-starter and proactive  Great attention to detail  Time management assertiveness to adjust to specific duties/ priorities.  A complete understanding of the operation of hand tools and power tools. PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS:  Ability to bend, stoop, climb and reach  Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds  The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EXPECTATIONS  Complete an Application for Employment with St. Matthias Parish and successfully pass a CORI check  Establish regular hours (12 hrs/week, $20/hr): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30p.m. or work out hours with Office Manager keeping in mind there is a need to overlap with Parish Office Hours.  Benefits are limited as associated with the 12-hour part-time position  This position may require occasional weekend hours. Interested persons should forward a resume or a letter of interest that highlights their skills and qualifications.