Facilities/Maintenance Technician, Holy Family Villa & Diocese of Allentown

Facilities/Maintenance Technician, Holy Family Villa & Diocese of Allentown

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Type/FLSA: Full-Time; Non-Exempt

Reporting Functions: Reports to the Director of Priest Services and Diocese of Allentown Property and Facilities Manager; No supervisory duties.

Job Function: Perform facilities maintenance at Holy Family Villa and Diocese Administration Locations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist and perform routine maintenance and repairs to Holy Family Villa in Bethlehem, the Diocese offices at 1515 MLK Jr. Drive, Tribunal Office, Chancery Office, Mercy Special Learning Center, and Bishop's Residences in Allentown. This includes but not limited to fixing non-structural damage and general maintenance of buildings and grounds with general electric, carpentry, plumbing, and painting tasks.
• Assist and perform routine maintenance of the interior, exterior and outside grounds of Holy Family Villa, as well as perform and oversee preventative maintenance in a safe and efficient manner. Completes work within established procedures and process under both verbal and written instructions.
• Perform all tasks of maintaining the exterior grounds of Holy Family Villa which includes but is not limited to mowing, trimming, weeding, watering and brush/leaf/trash collection. In addition, the scraping and painting of exterior areas (not to exceed 15 feet in height) and all other duties as assigned.
• Assist with the coordination of the building HVAC equipment and back-up generator maintenance program and operation to keep the facility climate control system and emergency power system functioning properly.
• Contact and schedule vendors and contractors for routine and emergency repairs, and scheduled equipment maintenance with necessary supervisor approvals. Maintain records of all reports, inspections, and certifications of equipment and contracted work.
• Coordinate and perform preventative maintenance measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems and safety concerns, such as roof checks, gutter downspout water flows, and annual fire extinguisher inspections.
• Maintain/ perform minor routine repairs elevator, laundry, and dietary equipment.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors performing maintenance, to include but not limited to landscaping, snow removal, plumbing, paved surfaces, roofing, and pest control.
• Coordinate and perform maintenance of Diocese owned fleet of vehicles at Holy Family Villa and the Administration Locations.
• Support the collection, inventory, proper storage, and distribution of new and used religious items.
• Coordinate and perform maintenance of office equipment including the copiers, postage meter, typewriters, paper-folders and furniture.
• Assist in the purchasing, and distribution of office supplies for and Holy Family Villa and Administrative locations.
• Assist with the security of Holy Family Villa, Diocese Administrative locations, and Residential houses. This includes the distribution of keys, access badges, and coordination with the security alarm contractor.
• Perform training on fire or other related equipment to all staff in the performance of their duties. This includes fire drills, resident emergency key control system, and emergency shut offs.
• Perform quarterly fire drills for staff and biannual fire drills for Holy Family Villa residents. Moves heavy objects with the assistance of provided equipment (dollies, hand trucks, carts).
• Coordinate with the contractors for snow removal and landscape maintenance. Assist with snow removal and any other outside yard maintenance when required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly maintenance office. Maintain all necessary tools, equipment and PPE to perform various job duties.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all staff and resident information.
• Perform Courier duties as needed and other duties as assigned.

Additional Conditions for Employment

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Other knowledge:
• Computers
• A. V. equipment.
• Basic use of Microsoft word and excel software programs.

Other Requirements:

• 3-5 years of building (preferably healthcare) maintenance experience required.
• 24-hour availability cell phone, which is provided.
• A basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, heating and air conditioning, roofing, boilers, painting, grounds, and appliance repair.
• Ability to read and understand building specifications and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of federal and state building codes and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform various inspections and assessments on Diocesan properties.
• Valid driver's license.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; climb ladders, talk or hear, both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to operate standard office equipment; with safely reaching, lifting and carrying 20 pounds or more.

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Subject to weather conditions when performing maintenance duties. Work Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Subject to call-in in the event of a diocesan emergency condition. May be required to work in excess of normal work hours occasionally.

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume via iSolved or to the following:

Diocese of Allentown

Attn: Human Resources Manager

P.O. Box F Allentown, PA 18105-1538

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No phone calls please.

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