Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker

The Maintenance Worker provides a variety of services such as mechanical repair, general maintenance, and overall handyman for the buildings, equipment, and property.

The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees:

1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living
2. Respect: Affirming each person's God-given dignity and uniqueness.
3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provides routine maintenance services for building, equipment, and property.
• Provide minor preventive maintenance tasks for buildings, equipment and property.
• Provides janitorial support services to staff.
• Cleans and performs preventative maintenance on equipment and tools and buildings.
• Removes trash by emptying trash containers; transporting materials to disposal area; recycling materials.
• Cleans and resupplies restrooms.
• Sets up and breaks down equipment and furniture for functions when required.
• Services and reports mechanical malfunctions if they cannot repair them.
• Is aware of, reports, and removes any possible safety hazards.
• Is aware of and reports any unauthorized person on the premises.
• Maintains building interior by dusting and polishing furniture, equipment, mirrors and fixtures; washing windows, counters, walls and woodwork and can make minor repairs to the structure.
• Sweeps, scrubs floors, and vacuums carpeting.
• Performs general cleaning and disinfecting using approved solvents and appropriate tools.
• Responsible for painting, minor plumbing repairs, minor electrical repairs and other routine maintenance needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

High school diploma or equivalent. Relevant experience in similar position preferred.

• Must have working knowledge of all building systems, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.
• Individual should have the knowledge and skills to diagnose trouble issues, make minor repairs and be able to work with outside vendors to get repairs done to the building systems.
• Knowledge of the proper use and disposal of hazardous materials, safe handling techniques, and use of proper safety equipment as outlined by OSHA.
• Must have repair skills for minor equipment used inside or outside.
• Must be self-motivated and prompt in performing tasks.
• Must successfully pass Diocesan background screening and Safe Environment Training.

The working hours of this position are not limited to an 8-hour day. This person will need to be available in the evening and weekends, as needed. Must be willing to work in conditions of stress and function well under pressure.

Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing 15 feet and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (30 pounds). Exposure to climate changes, uncomfortable temperatures, and fumes. Works with machinery requiring considerable caution.