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First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco (UUSF)
Job Posting: Part-time Sexton (Facilities Assistant)
Job Summary
Working as part of a team with three other Sextons, the Sexton will fulfill a vital role at UUSF by maintaining clean and welcoming facilities; interacting with congregation members, visitors, vendors, and clients in a courteous manner; efficiently providing furniture set-up and break-down to make our events possible; and securing the building.
Facilities Description
The First Unitarian Universalist Church (UUSF) is a beautiful historic, landmark building in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. The Sanctuary was built in 1889 of rough-hewn granite, and the Church Center was constructed in 1968 with administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and a chapel.
Values
Staff at the First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco (UUSF) are committed to dignity, justice, equity, and acceptance, including respectful relationships, the behavior of highest integrity, and open communications.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
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Set up and break down furniture and equipment for meetings and events daily.
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Open and close the Sanctuary and Center daily; arm and disarm security alarm systems.
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Respond courteously and professionally; inform visitors when they are in areas or engaged in activities that are not permitted.
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Clean offices and meeting and worship spaces according to daily, weekly and monthly schedules.
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Clean restrooms and restock paper supplies daily.
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Wash windows and glass doors, and sweep, vacuum, dust, and mop floors according to schedule.
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Empty wastebaskets and trash cans; organize and move landfill, compost, and recyclables containers to proper locations according to schedule.
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Clean kitchen, including giant commercial ovens and refrigerator; operate dishware sanitizers when necessary.
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Maintain outdoor areas daily, including sweeping, graffiti removal, washing, picking up trash, and disposing of animal and human waste.
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Maintain carpet cleaning, stripping and cleaning wood parquet and concrete floors, polishing tile floors, and power washing outdoor surfaces as needed.
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Use janitorial power equipment such as carpet cleaners, floor buffers, and power washers safely and professionally and adequately maintain such equipment.
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She maintained a clean storeroom and organized supplies.
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Report maintenance and repair needs.
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Follow established safety procedures.
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Perform special cleaning projects as assigned.
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Read and reply to email communications.
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Attend meetings and training as assigned.
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Other tasks as assigned by the Facilities Manager or Management.
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
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Alignment with and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of UUSF.
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A high school diploma or equivalent is desirable but not required.
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At least one year of related janitorial or custodial experience is strongly preferred. Handyperson experience is desirable but not required.
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Able to lift 50 pounds and climb stairs and ladders as required. Shifts may occasionally require long periods of being vertical/erect and walking.
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Able to communicate verbally and in writing in English; basic computer skills needed to read, comprehend and respond to written instructions, schedules, notifications, and emails.
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Able to perform regularly, moving tables, stacking chairs, moving and setting up staging units, and occasionally moving office furniture.
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Able to use cleaning and maintenance materials and equipment safely.
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Able to work cooperatively as a member of a team and independently; able to work tactfully under pressure.
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Able to interact courteously and respectfully with diverse staff, volunteers, congregation members, visitors, vendors, and clients.
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High level of attention to detail.
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Able to work with a variable work schedule, depending on the season and events on the UUSF calendar. Scheduled work shifts vary from 6:30 am to 11:00 pm. Overtime is occasionally required and compensated as legally required.
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Must be able to work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Easter, and Thanksgiving, as assigned; alternate days off for company holidays are provided in coordination with your supervisor.
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Criminal background clearance is required post offer.
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Evidence of I-9 employment eligibility required upon starting date
Position Characteristics
Reports to: UUSF Facility Manager
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-time 10-20 hours per week
Hourly Pay Rate: $20.00
Benefits: PART-TIME Employees are eligible for: Sick Time and Parking in the underground lot
Applicants: Please send resume and cover letter to hr@uusf.org
EEOC STATEMENT:
UUSF provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
About First Unitarian Universalist Society:
The First Unitarian Universalist Church is a beautiful historic, landmark building in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. The Sanctuary was built in 1889 of rough-hewn granite, and the Church Center was constructed in 1968 with administrative offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and a chapel.
Staff at the First UU Society are committed to dignity, justice, equity, and acceptance principles, including respectful relationships, the behavior of the highest integrity, and open communications.