Custodian - South Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes

Position: Full-time Custodian
Location: South Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes, 4401 Mount Royal Dr., Windsor, ON
Commitment: 20 hours per week (approx.) – willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends is required.
Compensation: Based on experience and in accordance with Diocesan policies.  This position is eligible for participation in the DOL’s lay staff benefits and pension plans. 
Posting Date: February 27, 2025     
 Closing Date: March 6, 2025
 
POSITION SUMMARY
 
Reporting to the Business Manager, the Full-Time Custodian at Our Lady Mount Carmel Parish within the South Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes is a critical component of the parish staff and provides an important contribution towards the spiritual life of the parishioners through ensuring the timely caretaking, maintenance, and cleaning of our places of worship and offices.

 SUMMARY OF DUTIES
 

• Cleans all buildings including the church, offices, meeting rooms, washroom facilities, and other common areas
• Orders cleaning and washroom supplies and ensures an adequate inventory of supplies 
• Collects garbage and recycling and places it in the bin for pickup or for recycling
• Ensures the facilities are in good working order
• Ensures that the heating and cooling systems are operational
• Maintains lawn and gardens
• Shovels snow and applies de-icing agents to sidewalks and emergency exits as required
• Prepares and works to ensure a regular preventative maintenance schedule for all equipment
• Sets up/takes down chairs and tables for events as coordinated by the Receptionist/Secretary
• Identifies areas requiring major repairs and reports the same to the Business Manager (e.g. roof, doors, equipment, etc.)
• As approved by the Manager, engages external companies/contractors to perform services as needed (e.g. plumber, electrician, heating/cooling)

 
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
 

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in industrial or office building cleaning and property maintenance. Prior hands-on experience operating industrial floor polishers and/or floor cleaning machines is an asset
• Prior experience operating riding mower and/or yard maintenance equipment is an asset
• Strong applied knowledge of and experience safely handling cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Prior experience performing minor repairs, e.g. plumbing, drywall, painting 
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with an excellent attention to detail regarding cleanliness
• Creative problem solver with a positive, action-oriented attitude
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with a focus on customer service.  Proven ability to work well with others (co-workers and volunteers) along with the ability to listen to and consider suggestions and feedback in a gracious manner
• Ability and willingness to perform manual physical labour both indoors and outdoors
• Ability and willingness to work flexible working hours based on event schedules, including weekends and evenings
• Access to a reliable personal vehicle is preferred

 
A police record check as deemed suitable by the Diocese of London will be required of the successful candidate. Note: All new staff are required to complete on-line mandatory training available in English or French. Basic computer and reading proficiency to successfully complete this education is required.
 
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter, to cgiglio@dol.ca and reference the job title in the subject line of your email.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
The Diocese of London is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. In keeping with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment process.  If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection processes, please make your needs known at that time.