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Posted 23 July, 2026

New Zealand: Custodian (Auckland Temple)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Auckland,Auckland,NZ,2105 Full Time
Reference: 218_649981_376628

The Special Projects Department (SPD) is seeking to appoint a Custodian at the Auckland Temple. This is a permanent, full-time position reporting directly to the Custodial Supervisor. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the sanctity, cleanliness, and beauty of the temple interior, as well as the ancillary buildings within the temple grounds. This will help in ensuring that members can worship, serve, teach, learn, pray, make covenants, and participate in sacred ordinances in an environment that reflects the Lord's standards.

Prior experience in all or any of the following:

  • Custodial experience. Proficient in custodial procedures, supplies, equipment usage and maintenance.

  • Cleaning marble, stained glass, brass, carpets, tile, grout, and be able to work in high reach places

  • Skilled in operating equipment such as buffers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, and other motorised tools

Essential Experience in the following:

  • Able to lift, up to 55 lbs, push loaded carts, bend, crawl, reach and climb ladders, able to work 8-hour shifts

  • Able to follow verbal and written instructions in English and able to ask clarifying questions when needed

Proof of legal right to work in New Zealand

A police background check may be required

  • Clean and care for all assigned areas, ensuring they meet the pristine standards of the Lord's house

  • Become a positive contribution and member of a unified team

  • Maintain open and clear communications with the team, making sure to report any concerns, queries, hazards or damages to your supervisor

  • Demonstrate being prompt, diligent, consistent, and willing

  • Clean, move or replace rugs, furniture, draperies, chandeliers, and other items as needed. When requested, aid in setting up meeting rooms and other areas

  • Use cleaning agents and chemicals responsibly, adhering to safety protocols and wearing appropriate safety equipment

  • Skilfully use motorised equipment such as vacuums and buffers, as well as hand tools and other motorised tools, to achieve exceptional cleaning results

  • Undergo safety and equipment training to ensure the highest level of safety and efficiency in your work

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