Technician - Maintenance

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Job Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general upkeep, repair, and maintenance of church buildings, grounds, and equipment. This includes routine maintenance, custodial duties, safety checks, and responding to urgent facility needs. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, respects the sacredness of church property, and supports the parish’s mission by helping to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment Job Responsibilities Facilities Maintenance Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance of HVAC, electrical, lighting, and plumbing systems. Troubleshoot and complete basic repairs (e.g., doors, locks, fixtures, painting, drywall). Oversee maintenance of parish hall, classrooms, rectory, and other facilities. Maintain lawns, landscaping, sidewalks, and parking areas. Remove snow, ice, and debris to ensure safe walkways and access. Monitor and maintain exterior lighting and signage. Custodial Duties Set up and break down for events, Masses, funerals, and parish functions. Ensure trash and recycling are properly managed. Safety and Compliance Ensure all work complies with local building codes and diocesan guidelines. Respond to facility emergencies (e.g., leaks, equipment failures). Maintain safety logs, reports, and maintenance schedules. Other Duties Assist with minor renovations or special projects under the direction of the Pastor or Maintenance Manager Supervise vendors and contractors when outside work is required. Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment Job Requirements High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training a plus. 2+ years of experience in maintenance, custodial work, or related field. Basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. Valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks. Must pass diocesan background check and complete Safe Environment training (e.g., VIRTUS). The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status. Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. Our Mission We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed. Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence. As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back. #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese of St. Louis