Custodian

17 Severance Street near Church Street, Shelburne Falls MA

Description

GENERAL SCOPE: The custodian has responsibility to maintain the church; to keep it clean, serviceable, and comfortable at all times. SPECIFIC DUTIES: * Open and close the building for all functions including weddings, funerals, and special events (heat, lights, doors, fans, etc.) or designate a responsible party to do so and let church secretary/Leadership Team know who that is. * Be informed daily through church calendar and secretary regarding scheduled events. * Vacuum, dust, sweep, mop and arrange furniture/equipment to accommodate activities. * Check building regularly to see that lights, thermostats, dehumidifiers, air purifiers, general arrangements are in order in the sanctuary and meeting rooms. * Tidy pews, arrange hymnals and Bibles, empty wastebaskets and pick up as necessary. * Clean restrooms, kitchen, hall sanctuary, storage area after Friday Night Community Meal and before Sunday service. * Same as above for special events (funeral/memorial receptions, notably). * Move recycling and trash to the garage for pickup. * Perform annual woodwork cleaning with Murphy’s oil soap, including pews and narthex. * Change outdoor sign next to door weekly per the pastor's suggestions and lawn sign as requested. * Post hymns, change altar cloths/hanging ribbons in the sanctuary as ecclesiastical seasons change. * See that walkways, steps, etc. are free of snow/ice and, if necessary, clean on Sunday mornings. * Attend to minor maintenance when possible. * Report needed repairs, irregular situations, and needed supplies/equipment to Leadership Team. * Meet with Leadership Team as requested.