Part-time Seasonal Maintenance and Custodial Employee - Indian Creek - Vic. I presso Archdiocese (parish system)

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The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards. 

The Maintenance and Custodial Employee is a seasonal, part-time, hourly position responsible for the overall care, upkeep, and cleanliness of the parish facilities, equipment, and grounds, both indoors and outdoors. This position plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for parishioners, visitors, and staff.

This role includes daily cleaning duties, general maintenance, event support, and special projects. The employee reports directly to the Facilities Director and Director of Operations and works collaboratively with other staff to ensure that parish buildings and grounds are well-maintained and operational at all times.

Essential Functions 

• Maintain the interior and exterior of parish buildings, ensuring a clean and safe environment
• Perform daily cleaning tasks, including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, washing windows and walls, sanitizing restrooms, sweeping cobwebs, and emptying trash containers
• Complete periodic deep cleaning projects such as burnishing, stripping, and waxing floors, and carpet cleaning as needed
• Handle maintenance work orders in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist with room setup and take down for daily use, meetings, and special events such as funerals, special liturgical services, and large parish activities
• Support seasonal grounds care, including snow and ice removal, spreading salt, and landscaping maintenance
• Conduct routine inspections and assist with basic maintenance or minor repairs
• Assist with special projects such as painting, furniture assembly, moving, and light construction
• Respond to maintenance-related emergencies promptly and effectively
• Maintain supplies, tools, and equipment in good order and ensure safety procedures are followed

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has an annualized salary range of $15.50 - $25.50. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.