Facilities Technician

St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan eligibility

Job summary

St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School in Denver seeks a dedicated Facilities Technician to keep the campus safe, clean, and ready for learning.

You will work with the Facilities and Security Manager on routine maintenance, repairs, and daytime custodial tasks to support daily school life and liturgies. The ideal candidate is a practicing Catholic with 3+ years in school facilities, who can lift up to 50 pounds, use basic tools, and work independently.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church and supportive of JPG's mission.
• 3+ years in facilities maintenance or related field in a school setting.
• Hands-on skills with basic hand and power tools.
• Dependable, punctual, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand/walk for long periods, climb ladders.
• Must pass background check and Safe Environment training.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support for routine upkeep, maintenance, and repair of the school building, grounds, and equipment.
• Address routine plumbing needs and escalate larger issues as needed.
• Perform general repairs including doors, hardware, furniture, flooring, and painting touch-ups.
• Respond to maintenance requests from faculty and staff promptly; communicate status.

Skills

Faith/Church affiliation

Experience in school facilities

Hands-on tools

Reliability

Physical ability

Background check/ Safe Environment

Teamwork/ communication

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Candidate Profile

The Facilities Technician must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church, who assents to the Church's teachings on all matters, with particular care for those concerning the nature of the human person, sexual ethics, and sexual identity. The candidate shall be a missionary disciple who possesses a zeal for the Lord, living the faith in all aspects of life.

The ideal candidate has experience in a school setting and is a dependable, hands‑on problem solver who takes pride in keeping the campus safe, clean, and ready for learning. They see the care of the building as a quiet but real contribution to JPG's mission - the spaces where students pray, learn, and grow together. Working closely with the Manager of Facilities and Security, they are comfortable moving from a routine repair to a mid‑day spill to an evening event setup, bringing a helpful attitude and good judgment to each task.

Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $25-30 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off, eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as Retirement plan eligibility.

Reports to: Facilities and Security Manager

Primary Responsibilities

Maintenance & Repairs

• Provide hands‑on support for the routine upkeep, maintenance, and repair of the school building, grounds, and equipment.
• Basic Plumbing: Address routine plumbing needs such as clogged drains and toilets, running or leaking fixtures, and minor fixture replacements; escalate larger issues to the Assistant Director.
• General Repairs: Complete general repairs, including doors, hardware, furniture, flooring, shelving, wall patching, and painting touch‑ups.
• Work Orders: Respond to maintenance requests from faculty and staff in a timely manner, communicating status and completion to the Assistant Director.

Inspections & Preventive Maintenance

• Help keep the facility in good working order by catching small problems before they become large ones.
• Routine Inspections: Assist with scheduled walkthroughs of classrooms, restrooms, common areas, and grounds, noting safety concerns and needed repairs.
• Preventive Maintenance: Support preventive maintenance tasks such as changing filters and light bulbs, checking fixtures and equipment, and keeping maintenance areas and supplies organized.

Daytime Custodial Support

• Supplement the school's contracted janitorial service by handling cleaning needs that arise during the school day.
• Spills & Messes: Respond promptly to spills and messes in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and the lunch area to keep spaces clean and safe.
• Light Janitorial: Sweep floors and complete other light cleaning tasks as needed throughout the day.

Event & Facility Support

• Ensure the campus is prepared for the many liturgies, gatherings, and activities that make up school life.
• Event Setup: Set up and take down tables, chairs, staging, and equipment for Masses, assemblies, athletic events, the Gala, and other school functions.
• Inclement Weather: Assist with shoveling snow and clearing ice from sidewalks, entrances, and walkways to keep campus safe and accessible during inclement weather, which may require early arrival when necessary.
• General Support: Move furniture, receive and distribute deliveries, and assist with other facility and security support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Faith: Practicing Catholic, active in the faith and in good standing with the Church, fully supportive of the school's Catholic mission and identity.
• Experience: Three+ years' of experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, custodial work, or a related field in a school setting is desired.
• Hands‑On Skills: Working knowledge of basic hand and power tools and general maintenance practices.
• Reliability: Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Physical Ability: Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, climb ladders, bend, kneel, and reach as needed, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Clearances: Ability to pass a background check and complete required Safe Environment training.
• Team Player-Good communication skills and ability to work with others is a must!

Preferred

• Plumbing: Experience with basic plumbing maintenance and repair.
• Carpentry: Basic carpentry skills.
• Electric: Basic electric skills.
• Drywall: Basic knowledge of drywall repair