Position Overview
The Facilities Manager/Head Custodian at Strongsville United Methodist Church is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the church building and grounds to ensure a welcoming environment for worship and ministry. Core responsibilities include Janitorial Services, Maintenance, Program Support, Administration, and additional duties as assigned. This role is a hands‑on working manager, responsible for personally performing custodial and maintenance work while providing day‑to‑day direction to weekend custodial staff and coordinating vendors. The Facilities Manager sets a flexible schedule to meet operational needs.
Primary Accountabilities
Janitorial
- Perform routine and event‑based cleaning according to facility usage and priorities
- Clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms
- Maintain floors (sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum; periodic deep cleaning and sealing)
- Empty trash and recycling throughout the building
- Clean windows, furniture, fixtures, water fountains, and high‑touch surfaces
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness per established schedules
Maintenance
- Conduct minor repairs and adjustments to HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Repair minor damage to furniture and building, including touch-up painting.
- Remove snow from sidewalks and control ice.
- Conduct seasonal replacements and resets, such as light bulbs, filters, and timers.
- Assist Trustees and contractors with major maintenance projects.
Program Support
- Clean and prepare worship spaces for all services and activities.
- Set up and tear down tables, chairs, decorations, and equipment for events.
- Move furniture and supplies.
Administration
- Coordinate vendors and service providers; be present for scheduled work when required
- Maintain documentation for inspections, service visits, and major maintenance
- Report needs for major repairs or upgrades.
- Procure supplies, equipment, and materials through timely and cost-effective purchasing.
- Oversee organization of storage areas.
- Ensure major and minor cleaning projects occur with scheduled frequency. Suggest revisions when needed.
- Provide direction for weekend custodial staff.
- Communicate respectfully and promptly with staff, trustees, and vendors
- Proactively collaborate with Office Administrator for event needs
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety procedures related to chemicals, equipment, ladders, and power tools
- Maintain familiarity with SDS sheets and safe handling requirements
- Support compliance with fire, building, and occupancy codes
- Report safety hazards or incidents promptly
- Follow building security procedures
Other Responsibilities
- Attend monthly staff meetings.
- Perform additional duties as needed.
Reporting Relationship
Reports administratively to the Office Administrator and works in close collaboration with Senior Pastor and the Board of Trustees on facilities priorities.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of cleaning standards for churches or similar facilities.
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as buffers and vacuums.
- Work involves frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and exposure to cleaning chemicals and outdoor weather conditions; occasional ladder work.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on-site
- Willingness to work non-standard hours.
- Preferred: At least one year of custodial experience.
Hours and Salary
32 hours per week, Monday–Friday. Schedule varies based on church events, with occasional weekend coverage as needed. Salary: $20/hour. Health coverage available.
Applicants
Send résumé and letter of interest to [email protected] . Background check and references required. Will begin working alongside current head custodian. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
