Maintenance/ Custodial Associate

Maintenance / Custodial Associate

St. Frances Cabrini Church – Full-Time

325 S. Oxford Valley Road

Fairless Hills, PA 19030

215-946-4040

Position Summary
The Maintenance/Custodial Associate supports the mission of the Parish by ensuring that all church campus facilities are clean, safe, welcoming, and properly prepared for liturgies, meetings, and events. This full-time position works collaboratively with parish staff, supports rectory needs, assists with event setups, and helps maintain the campus through routine cleaning, organization, and light maintenance work. Benefits include medical, a 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation. Other benefits are also available.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities & Custodial Care

• Maintain cleanliness of church, parish buildings, offices, restrooms, meeting spaces, and common areas

• Assist with general custodial and support needs of the rectory, as requested

• Perform regular cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal, and sanitizing

• Ensure facilities are prepared and reset for liturgies, parish events, meetings, funerals, and special celebrations

• Notify appropriate staff when supplies need to be reordered

• Move furniture and equipment as requested

• Perform light upkeep tasks such as painting and small repairs as needed

• Help ensure safe access during ice, snow and inclement weather

Event Setup & Support

• Set up and break down tables, chairs, and equipment for parish events and ministries

• Assist staff and volunteers as needed to support parish hospitality and programming

• Track, restock, and organize hospitality supplies

Maintenance & Repairs

• Awareness of emergency systems including plumbing, fire safety, electrical and sewage systems.

• Perform occasional light repair and maintenance tasks (e.g., changing light bulbs, basic fixes, minor adjustments)

• Monitor building conditions and promptly report safety hazards or maintenance concerns

• Communicate with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing service providers as directed

• Assist with access, coordination, and follow-up for contracted repairs.

Availability and Emergencies

• Work some weekend hours and occasional evenings based on liturgical and event schedules

• Be available for limited on-call emergency situations, including weather-related events, facility emergencies or urgent maintenance needs

• Assist in other areas of parish operations as needed

Qualifications

• Previous custodial, maintenance, or facilities experience preferred

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

• Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment and supplies

• Comfortable communicating with staff, clergy, and service vendors

• Respect for and alignment with the mission and values of the Catholic Church

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time position

• Some weekend and evening hours required

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Medical benefits, 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation

• Other benefits available

Send resumes or inquiries to: Karen David, Parish Business Manager, at [email protected]