Job Summary:

The Maintenance Specialist assists in maintaining cleanliness and operating condition of all school and parish buildings and equipment. This position requires knowledge to complete simple repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, heating, and cooling. A mechanical aptitude is a must. The Maintenance Specialist is expected to follow direction, be a self-starter, and require minimum supervision to complete assigned tasks.

Essential Job Duties:

• Maintain, repair, clean, and service all equipment, fixtures, buildings, and properties.
• Occasionally set up rooms for events in the parish activity center.
• Assist with seasonal decorations in church and parish activity 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 (up to 30 feet) and operating common hand and power tools.
• Assist in maintaining a secure campus during the school day.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Skill in verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, school staff, students, religious and laity.
• Must maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniqu
• Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written for
• Ability to proficiently communicate in English (conversing, reading, and writing).

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Training:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' general maintenance experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver's license
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Ministerial Character

The Pastor is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish (St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School - Austin, Texas) which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ's mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Pastor employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed at St. Louis King of France Catholic Church and School - Austin, Texas help to extend the ministry of the Pastor in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, 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.