Part Time
Janitor / Cleaner: St. Anthony of Padua School
St. Anthony of Padua School - Lorain
JOB POSTING Position: Janitor / Cleaner (Multi-Location) Organization: St. Anthony of Padua School & St. Teresa of Avila Parish Location: Lorain, OH & Sheffield Village, OH Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) Schedule: Up to 25 hours per week (Schedule may vary based on seasons and events) Compensation: $12.00 per hour Job Summary St. Anthony of Padua School and St. Teresa of Avila Parish are seeking a dedicated, hardworking, and reliable individual to join our school and church communities as a Cleaner / Janitor. The successful candidate will ensure clean, safe, and welcoming environments for our students, faculty, parishioners, and visitors, reflecting the care and stewardship valued in our Catholic mission. This position requires availability for part-time, with a flexible start time, and the ability to work across both locations.
Key Responsibilities The responsibilities listed are representative of the position but are not all inclusive. - General Cleaning: Perform daily cleaning of classrooms, hallways, offices, and restrooms, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. - Sanitation: Disinfect all high-touch surfaces and ensure restrooms are fully stocked. - Waste Management: Manage daily trash and recycling removal throughout both locations. - Event Setup: Assist with setting up and breaking down furniture for school functions, assemblies, and parish events. - Security: Monitor and secure buildings at the end of the shift by ensuring all doors and windows are locked. - Light Maintenance/Groundskeeping: Perform minor repairs, and potential grounds work (mowing, snow removal) across both locations. Event Support (Both Locations) - Set up tables, chairs, and equipment for parish events, meetings, and social gatherings. - Break down and clean up the space promptly following events
Required Qualifications - Criminal History & Background: Due to the nature of working in an elementary school setting with children, applicants must have a clear criminal history. A comprehensive background check is required, and any convictions for disqualifying offenses (including those related to child safety or violence) will be cause for disqualification. Applicants must have no criminal record or convictions for job consideration. - Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in English to effectively follow written safety protocols (such as chemical safety labels), understand verbal instructions, and communicate with school and parish staff. - Mission Alignment: High level of respect for the Catholic faith and the ability to work within a faith-based environment. Must be ethical, a good communicator, and a self-starter. Ability to collaborate with the staff, faculty, and volunteers. - Physical Ability: Ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive physical tasks, and lift up to 50 lbs. - Transportation: A valid driver's license with a good driving record is required to travel between the parish locations as an essential function of the job. Compliance & Safe Environment - Clearances: Successful candidates must complete the mandatory diocesan "Safe Environment" training (e.g., VIRTUS) and provide fingerprints for a state and federal background check prior to the start of employment. - Compliance: This school follows all state and federal guidelines regarding employment, including EEOC standards for individualized assessments when applicable.