Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Specialist

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.

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.

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.

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

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.