Maintenance Technician

Job Type


Full-time

Description

St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic Church & School, a dynamic parish in North Austin, TX, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Specialist for the Facilities Department.

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician II maintains operating condition of all parish buildings and equipment, and completes simple repairs. The Specialist utilizes knowledge of fundamental mechanical, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, or heating and cooling skills in performing assignments.

MINISTERIAL CHARACTER

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic Church and School Austin, Texas) which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ's mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or laypeople). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed at the parish help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to, and assists the Pastor in, the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

Our Mission

Become a saint, make disciples, and build the Kingdom of Heaven.

Our Cultural Virtues

Saintliness, passion for our mission, excellence, law of gradualism/mercy, authenticity, and discipleship thinking.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Maintain, repair, clean, and service all equipment, fixtures, buildings, and properties.

• Occasionally set up rooms for events in the parish family center.

• Assist with seasonal decorations in church and parish family center.

• Assist with keeping the parish grounds clean (picking up debris, pressure washing, maintaining floor mats, and other cleaning tasks).

• Must be able to lift 80 pounds, and be comfortable climbing ladders and operating common hand and power tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• All employees of the parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.

• The parish is an at-will employer.

• All buildings and vehicles owned by the parish are tobacco-free.

• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.

• Working hours should include a minimum of 40 per week, and be flexible based on ministry needs. Some weekends, evenings, and holidays will be required. Regular office hours should be observed when not working weekends, evenings, or holidays.

• Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.

• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.

• May be required to use personal or parish vehicles to drive to off-site locations.

• Traveling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum education requirement: high school diploma or equivalent

• Fluent in English

• 3-6 years experience in general maintenance, construction, or make-ready.

• Basic level knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks. Ability to operate word-processing software.

• Valid Texas driver's license.

• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Salary Description


$19-25/hr DOE