Elementary School Maintenance Person

Maintenance Worker - St. John of the Cross Parish School - Vicariate V The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 154 elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private
school systems in the United States. Its schools have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.Department of Education over the past 10 years.
Position Summary The Full-Time School Maintenance Worker is responsible for supporting the upkeep, safety, and functionality of school facilities. General Duties & Responsibilities Assist with performing routine maintenance and minor repairs (e.g., plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting).
Assist with preventative maintenance of building systems and equipment.
Maintain school grounds, including basic landscaping, snow removal, and trash removal.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders.
Set up and break down rooms for events, meetings, school lunch, and activities.
Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are used safely and stored properly.
Comply with school and Archdiocese policies, safety standards, and local regulations.
Communicate effectively with school staff regarding maintenance needs.
Occasionally help with needs at Parish Center and Church.
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Prior maintenance, custodial, or facilities experience preferred.
Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions and temperatures.
Exposure to cleaning products, maintenance equipment, and construction-related materials.
Full-time position with occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work required for special events, emergencies, snow removal, and seasonal maintenance needs.
This position has an hourly range of $20.00 - $25.00. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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