Title: Custodian
Reports to: Minister
FLSA Status: Nonexempt; hourly wage of $15.00 – $18.00
Hours and schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays (or Fridays) from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Date revised: August 28, 2026
Purpose of Position
- The custodian is a key member of the church staff team. A clean, safe, and well-cared for facility provides an environment conducive to worship, learning, and fellowship.
Core Competencies
- Organization and Planning: Organizes and inventories supplies and equipment. Works independently and productively with minimal supervision.
- Trust and Integrity: Is widely trusted to keep confidentialities, admit errors, and adhere to a transparent set of personal and professional values that align with the ministry of Peoples Church.
- Conflict Management: Recognizes and resolves conflicts effectively, applying principles of active listening, collaboration, and equity.
- Interpersonal Skills: Builds professional rapport; brings a positive attitude of support and discretion; maintains appropriate boundaries.
Essential Functions
- Ensure the church building is always clean, safe, and well-maintained.
- Identify and complete custodial tasks, resulting in the weekly cleaning of the entire facility — including the sanctuary, bathrooms, kitchens, fellowship rooms, and offices.
- Ensure proper storage of all cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Remove trash and recycling from the building; ensure these bins and the yard waste receptacle are returned to their outdoor location.
- Communicate with the Congregational Administrator regarding any noticeable deficiencies and concerns about the church building.
- Perform minor maintenance (e.g. emptying dehumidifiers, shoveling walks, etc.).
- Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications may be met through professional experience, volunteer work, informal training, and/or equivalent lived experiences.
- Possess previous custodial/cleaning experience.
- Use equipment, products, and tools safely to clean carpets, furniture, and windows.
- Lift and carry up to 35 – 50 pounds.
- Navigate stairs.
- Practice a strong work ethic and effective time management with a positive attitude.
- Use verbal and written communication skills effectively.
- Knowledge of Unitarian Universalist values and the Peoples Church mission – or an openness to learning them.
How To Apply
- Email your resume to the Congregational Administrator at admin@pcuu.org.
- The starting hourly wage is $15.00 – $18.00/hour, depending on qualifications.
- Membership in Peoples Church is highly discouraged; exceptions can be granted by the minister.
- Start date: September 22, 2026, or when a suitable candidate is hired.
We are committed to developing a diverse and talented staff team. Consider joining the dedicated staff of this liberal religious community. If you are excited about this role, but unsure whether you meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Learn more about Peoples Church Unitarian Universalist at: https://peoplesuu.org/about-peoples/