Job Description

The Custodial Nights role is positioned to work closely with the Custodial Manager in the day-to-day custodial tasks. Responsibility consists of all aspects of maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the James River Church South campus.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Implement actions and execute processes necessary to meet goals and promote continual improvement.
• Involved in maintaining inventory of custodial supplies as directed by the Custodial Manager.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of custodial equipment, supplies, and other work areas as directed by the Custodial Manager.
• Have a working knowledge of the Church Calendar.
• Provide custodial support for event set-up and tear-down, including large Special Events, as noted in the Church Calendar, and directed by the Custodial Manager.
• Complete all assigned daily and weekly checklists and reports as directed by the Custodial Manager.
• Oversee locking and arming the building when necessary.
• Special Events are to be noted as “all hands-on deck” and can be expected.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Preferred experience related to working knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in all aspects of custodial care.
• Availability to work extra hours as needed for special and/or large events held or hosted by James River Church.
• Shift availability evenings and nights 7 days a week. Schedule is provided in advance with days off during the work week.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of operation and maintenance of custodial equipment.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail.
• Possess effective human relations and communication skills to work proactively with staff, congregation, and community.
• Ability to make independent decisions, clearly understand, interpret, and execute both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and correctly interpret SDS (Safety Data Sheets).
• Exhibit good judgment, honesty, integrity, responsibility, and punctuality through the utilization of professional work standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervising personnel, co-workers, and the public.
• Be able to manage multiple projects at once with no decline in quality control.
• Flexibility with working in a culture of improvement.

Code of Conduct & Character

James River Church is Pastor-led, and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws. As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following:

1.Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

a. Daily devotional time with Lord.

b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.

6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.

HEART BEHIND ALL WE DO

JOY

Smile at EVERYONE you encounter!

• “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil 4:4 (NIV)
• “In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps 16:11 (ESV)

ENTHUSIASM

Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church.

• “Zeal for your house has consumed me…” Ps 69:9 (ESV)
• “I was overjoyed when they said, ‘Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.’” Ps 122:1 (TPT)

ENCOURAGEMENT

Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve!

• “So encourage each other and build each other up…” 1 Thess 5:11 (NLT)
• “…Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG)

LOVE AND CARE

Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus!

• “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” 1 John 4:7 (NLT)
• “Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” Jn 13:34 (NLT)

SERVANT - MINDED

How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help.

• “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT)
• “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mt 20:28 (NLT)
• “…Through love serve and seek the best for one another.” Ga 5:13 (AMP)