Employment Opportunities

Custodian (Part-Time)

First-Plymouth Congregational Church seeks a part-time custodian with skills in custodial maintenance.

The successful candidate will be a team member in a dynamic, progressive organization that creates positive, engaging community programming and worship opportunities.

The custodian will:

Keep building and property in clean and orderly condition.

Performs both general and heavy cleaning duties.

Performs outdoor tasks (mowing, trimming trees, snow removal) year-round.

Room set-up for worship services, events and programs held at the church.

Helps monitor and keep the building safe and secure.

Notifies Head Building Manager regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.

Work Hours & Benefits
Part-time position. Must be available to work nights and weekends.
Salary: Commensurate with experience; $15.00 per hour. Additional compensation available for special events.

Custodian Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures

  • Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours

  • Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time

  • Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions

  • Experience with outdoor machinery (mowers, snow blowers).

  • Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals

  • Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules

  • Communication skills

  • Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Basic math skills

  • High school courses in shop may be preferred for jobs involving repair work

The custodian reports directly to the Building Manager and Senior Minister as a part of a collaborative, creative team, and could be called upon to work on a variety of projects and issues.

About First-Plymouth Congregational Church:

First-Plymouth is a progressive church dedicated to social justice, inclusivity and individual growth. The mission of First-Plymouth Church is to increase the love of God and neighbor.

First-Plymouth is one of the three largest Congregational churches in the nation, and has a growing congregation of approximately 3,800, with average worship attendance of 1,250, and a strong, growing media and social presence.

For information, visit: www.firstplymouth.org

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please email a resume (Please indicate Part-time Custodian) to Addie Vortherms.

Applications may also be submitted to the church office by mail or in person:

2000 D Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68502.

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until the successful candidate is hired.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Holidays

  • Monday to Friday

  • Night shift

  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person