Custodian - St. Thomas

Anglican Diocese of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

1d•CA$25 - CA$25•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian plays a vital role in supporting the life of the parish by ensuring the church property and facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, and welcoming condition that enables worship, rental use, community activities, and parish ministries to flourish. The Custodian ensures that the church property and its facilities are maintained in a welcoming, clean and safe condition, that property systems and other components are maintained cost-effectively in optimum working order, and that any problems with the property or facilities are promptly reported to the Parish Corporation and/or Property Committee co-chairs.

Requirements

Knowledge of and skill in cleaning procedures, processes, products, and equipment.
Knowledge of basic building maintenance processes or procedures.
Ability to work independently and be proactive with moderate supervision.
Physically fit and able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs, work from a tall ladder, kneel, squat, and stand to perform duties.
Familiarity with the correct use of protective equipment.
Satisfy St Thomas the Apostle’s requirements for a clear Police Records Check.

Responsibilities

Calculate rental rates based on details provided.
Fulfill rental agreements by meeting renters, showing rooms, discussing furniture layout, providing cleaning instructions, explaining waste disposal, and answering logistical questions.
Serve as the primary contact for renters during events for problems or emergencies.
Perform ongoing cleaning tasks such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and washing windows as needed.
Clean after external (paid) rentals, which may occur outside regular hours.
Order and/or pick up cleaning, waste disposal, and paper supplies.
Collect and separate garbage and recycling from washrooms, hall, and kitchen.
Deliver garbage and recycling waste to the curb on Sunday evenings.
Retrieve, clean, and wash garbage and recycling containers, returning them to their designated spots.
Perform lock-up duties on Sundays and Mondays, and any evening required for rentals or cleaning support.
Serve as a backup for the lock-up contractor.
Advise Wardens, Incumbent, and Parish Administrator of any serious matters and provide resolution advice.
Prepare rooms by arranging chairs, tables, etc., for meetings and gatherings.
Check all areas after use and return spaces to their normal setup.
Monitor compliance with fire regulations through regular inspections for hazards, testing emergency lighting, and ensuring clear access to exits and fire extinguishers.
Inspect and test smoke alarms and replace batteries.
Inspect fire extinguishers and initial their tags.
Undertake minor maintenance and repairs as they occur.
Perform planned minor maintenance and cosmetic repairs.
Maintain a running record of all repairs undertaken.
Report to the Parish’s Corporation.
Coordinate with the Parish Administrator and Property Committee co-chairs.
Participate in Property Committee meetings.
Liaise with campus partners as required.