Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician at Patria Church must be a service-oriented individual who supports the daily operations of Patria Church, United Christian Academy (UCA), and Abundant Preschool of Learning (APL). The individual must demonstrate consistent awareness of campus needs, sound judgment, and the ability to report facility concerns accurately. The Maintenance Technician must be able to appropriately apply basic maintenance and safety principles in a variety of situations. Use discretion when determining issues that require immediate escalation to the Facilities Manager or additional support from approved contractors. The individual must stay attentive throughout the day, responding to work orders, facility concerns, and communication from the Facilities Manager, school offices, and ministry departments in a timely and professional manner. Maintenance Technicians are required to complete work orders accurately and ensure that facility concerns are communicated through the proper reporting channels. Maintenance Technicians serve as a vital part of creating a safe, orderly, and welcoming campus environment. Through their conduct, work ethic, they help maintain the excellence and stewardship expected across all Patria Church properties.  Every position at Patria Church reflects the mission to Seek the Lost, Teach the Found, and Send the Disciples. Each role carries the conviction that every family matters to God and plays a part in advancing His purpose through the local church, according to Ephesians 3:14–15: “I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name.” The Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Facilities Manager.

Work Schedule and Daily Rhythm
Maintenance Technicians support the daily function and readiness of Patria Church, United Christian Academy (UCA), and Abundant Preschool of Learning (APL) by completing routine maintenance tasks, addressing facility needs, and assisting with room setups and campus preparation. During ministry nights, school operations, VBS, SPRINTS, graduations, and conferences, technicians help ensure environments remain safe, functional, and prepared for high-volume activity. When campus activity is low, technicians prioritize preventative maintenance, facility checks, and minor repairs, responding promptly to communication from the Facilities Manager, school offices, and ministry departments. Maintenance Technicians must be available to work weekdays, evenings, weekends, and ministry events as operational needs require, with shift assignments subject to change based on staffing and campus demands.

Essential Expectations

• Models The Spirit of Patria Church’s guiding scripture, Ephesians 3:14–15, by building a church community that supports and strengthens families, fostering faith, worship, and belonging across every ministry and campus. 
• Fulfills The Four Pillars of Patria Church: Christ (Mission, Christ-Centered Driven), Community (Diversity, Kingdom Driven), Character (Leadership, Discipleship Driven), and Commitment (Family Driven). 
• Embraces And Executes a Neighborhood Groups philosophy of ministry, fostering community, discipleship, and connection across families and campuses. 
• Acts In Accordance with the vision of Patria Church to Seek the Lost, Teach the Found, and Send the Disciples.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance & Campus Operations:

• Performs routine maintenance tasks across Patria Church, United Christian Academy (UCA), and Abundant Preschool of Learning (APL), ensuring classrooms, offices, restrooms, playgrounds, and ministry spaces remain functional and safe.
• Inspect buildings, electrical systems, grounds, and equipment to ensure safe, well-maintained conditions.
• Completes basic repairs such as light bulb replacement, tightening loose hardware, patching minor wall damage, assembling furniture, adjusting fixtures, and supporting simple paint touch-ups.
• Sets up and resets rooms for school and ministry activities, including furniture movement, equipment placement, and event preparation.
• Conducts daily walkthroughs to identify facility concerns, hazards, or repair needs and reports them promptly to the Facilities Manager.

  Safety Awareness & Hazard Identification:

• Observes all campus areas for maintenance-related hazards such as leaks, damaged equipment, unsafe surfaces, or malfunctioning fixtures.
• Identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustments or repair, to ensure compliance with agreed codes, law, working practices, health and safety.
• Reports urgent issues immediately and supports temporary safety measures until proper repairs can be completed.
• Operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including saws, router, drills, sanders, planners, drill presses and various hand tools.
• Follows all safety guidelines when using ladders, tools, cleaning materials, and maintenance equipment.
• Ensures tools, supplies, and materials are secured at all times and not accessible to students or children.

Preventative Maintenance & Work Orders:

• Supports UCA and APL with classroom adjustments, minor repairs, and daily operational needs.
• Assists with facility readiness during services, VBS, SPRINTS, conferences, graduations, and special ministry events.
• Helps prepare indoor and outdoor spaces to ensure a welcoming, safe, and functional environment for all campus activity.
• Provides courteous assistance to staff and volunteers during event setup, transitions, and teardown.
• Uses tools, materials, and equipment responsibly and keeps maintenance areas organized and clean.

Communication, Reporting & Team Collaboration:

• Communicates clearly with the Facilities Manager, fellow technicians, school staff, and ministry departments.
• Responds to requests with a teachable, solution-oriented attitude.
• Reports facility issues, hazards, and completed work promptly and through proper channels.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and supports the broader operations of the church and school during peak ministry seasons.
• Remains attentive and engaged throughout each shift, maintaining a service-minded and ministry-focused posture.

Character:  Demonstrates humility, integrity, and consistency in every area of leadership. Leads by example and sets the spiritual and cultural tone for the team through servant leadership, accountability, and Christ-centered decision-making. Remains teachable and responsive to feedback, modeling personal responsibility in both success and challenge.
 
Competency: Leads strategically by turning vision into action through effective planning, communication, and collaboration. Builds systems that empower others, manages resources with excellence, and develops individuals toward higher performance and spiritual growth. Operates with ownership and initiative, ensuring excellence without the need for constant oversight.
 
Convictions: In full alignment with Patria Church’s mission, vision, and values. Leads decisively from conviction, upholds organizational unity, and consistently exemplifies the four pillars of Christ, Community, Character, and Commitment in every setting. 

The above summary outlines the primary responsibilities and scope of this position and does not represent an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be assigned. All team members are expected to complete required training, follow departmental procedures, and apply provided resources effectively. Individuals are expected to show initiative in learning, adapting, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of departmental systems and practices. Additional duties may be assigned by the direct supervisor or assigned Executive Leadership to meet operational or ministry needs.

General Requirements 

• Successfully completes all required background checks and pre-employment screenings.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
• Reads, writes, spells, and communicates clearly in English.
• Demonstrates basic computer skills and the ability to use communication and scheduling systems required for daily operations.
• Completes all required onboarding, safety, and role-specific training within established timeframes, including security, compliance, or emergency procedures as assigned.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with staff, volunteers, and supervisors.
• Adapts well to changing priorities, event schedules, and ministry needs.
• Works well under limited supervision, showing initiative and follow-through.
• Maintains confidentiality, discretion, and integrity in all responsibilities.
• Represents Patria Church’s mission and values through professionalism, teamwork, and Christlike conduct.

Physical Requirements 
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The individual must be able to work independently, communicate effectively, and lift up to 75–100 lbs. (with or without assistance). This position may also require extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and hand-eye coordination for keyboard data entry and viewing information on a computer monitor. External and internal applicants, as well as current employees who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training or hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, or property maintenance preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of experience performing general maintenance and repair work in commercial, institutional, school, or church facilities preferred.
• Certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology, or a relevant field preferred.
• Experience performing routine and preventative maintenance across multiple building systems.
• Familiarity with basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting repair tasks.
• Experience supporting campus operations and coordinating with outside vendors or licensed contractors when needed.
• Experience in school, church, or public-facing environments preferred.
• Valid California driver’s license required to operate campus vehicles and transport materials.

Job Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of basic electrical maintenance, including replacement of light fixtures, switches, outlets, and ballasts (non-licensed work only).
• Experience performing basic plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, replacing faucets, valves, toilets, and clearing minor drain obstructions.
• Skill in minor carpentry and building repairs, including door hardware adjustments, drywall patching, and paint touch-ups.
• Capacity to safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, carts, and standard maintenance equipment.
• Ability to conduct routine facility inspections and identify maintenance issues, safety hazards, or repair needs.
• Working understanding of preventative maintenance practices that support the long-term condition of campus facilities.
• Competence in completing work orders accurately and documenting maintenance activities as required.
• Ability to assist with room setups, furniture movement, and event preparation and breakdown.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while responding appropriately to direction from the Facilities Manager.
• Effectiveness in working as part of a Facilities Team while supporting active school and ministry environments.

Organizational Requirements

• Always demonstrates Christ-centered behavior by treating people with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.
• Attendance at all mandatory meetings and events, including supporting Good Friday, Easter, and Christmas services, as well as the annual volunteer appreciation event, consistent with operational needs.
• Ability to interpret and adhere to Patria Church’s policies, procedures, and employee handbook.
• Is self-motivated and goal-oriented, uses good judgment, and is flexible and innovative.
• Professional attitude and demeanor.

This position is not classified as ministerial. Employment is not conditioned on church membership, a tithing commitment, or affirmation of the Statement of Faith.

CLASSIFICATIONS: Full-Time | Non-Exempt, Hourly

This posting provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities and does not constitute a guarantee or offer of employment.

Employment with Patria Church is at-will and subject to the completion of standard onboarding procedures.

Patria Church provides all training required to ensure employee safety.