Custodian at Rockford Rescue Mission – Rockford, Illinois

CLEANING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform general cleaning and janitorial duties in designated areas.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms.
• Wash windows.
• Clean and disinfect kitchens, Great Room, dining area and break rooms.
• Use floor machine to clean Great Room floor.
• Vacuum and clean floors, rugs, furniture, and window dressings.
• Empty trash containers.
• Wipe and dust surfaces in rooms and cleans mirrors.

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

• Assist in grounds’ care (mowing, weeding, raking, etc.) during the appropriate season.
• Aid in snow removal.
• Ensure that all Mission properties are clean and free of litter and debris.

SPECIAL MAINTENANCE AREAS

• Assist with equipment maintenance, lighting, security and safety systems as needed.
• Assist with facility and equipment needs for Development Department special events.
• Notify Facilities Director if something is not working properly.
• Strip, wax, buff and burnish VCT flooring in Great Room and Thrift Store as scheduled.

MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES

• Help with special pick-ups as assigned.
• Be teachable and function as a team player.
• Maintain a neat and orderly supply closet.
• Ensure cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked.
• Take inventory and inform Facilities Director of supplies needed.
• Perform related work and other duties when required and as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum requirement High School or GED
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems building and HVACR units, carpentry, and plumbing experience.
• General experience in the maintenance, housekeeping and construction areas.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.5. Understanding of safety, security, and emergency procedures.

PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Ability to perform projects that require strength and high levels of energy. 2. Frequent moving, pushing, pulling and climbing. Frequent standing for extended periods of time.3. Occasional lifting of 50-75 pounds.

SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others.
• Provide spiritual encouragement to staff, volunteers, guests, and donors.
• Invest in the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, and donors.
• Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors.
• Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purpose of the Mission.
• Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-19.
• Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values.
• Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings.
• Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism In Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ.
• Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization selected curriculum.