FACILITY STAFF - FT

Diocese of Dallas Schools; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Highlands School in Irving, Texas is seeking a Facilities Staff member (FT) to support maintenance of the school buildings, grounds, and equipment. The role involves setting up spaces for meetings and events, performing repairs, and ensuring a safe working environment for staff and students.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of maintenance experience, a related technical certificate or GED, and strong time-management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Related degree from a technical college or high school diploma or GED.
• Experience of at least 2 years in maintenance.
• Carpentry (painting, drywall, masonry, etc.), Plumbing, HVAC, and other trades.
• Proven maintenance experience.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, guests, and vendors.
• Professional presentation and attitude.
• Ability to stay focused during work.
• Strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up school areas for meetings, programs, and presentations; arrange tables, chairs, and equipment.
• Perform general grounds/facilities maintenance as directed.
• Inspect lights and perform repairs as directed by Facilities Director or Manager.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Repair machines, equipment, or structures as needed.
• Oversee contractors when professional repairs are required.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/Trade certificate

Tools

Carpentry tools

HVAC basics

Plumbing basics

Job description

FACILITY STAFF - FT

Diocese of Dallas Schools The Highlands School - Irving, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Diocese of Dallas Catholic Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5892649

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Overview

This is maintenance skilled work in The Highlands School buildings, including furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

Duties also include completing maintenance work, caring of buildings, cleaning, repairs, and grounds.

Facilities staff individual job description entails assisting and ensuring a safe working environment throughout the facility for all employees and assisting in completing work orders and requests providing suggestions for increased service and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Assist in setting up various areas of the school for meetings, programs, presentations, etc. This may require setting up and taking down tables & chairs and providing necessary equipment.

General maintenance of grounds/facilities as instructed by the Facilities Director or Facilities Assistant Manager.

Check all lights in all areas and buildings.

Repairs and maintenance as directed by the Facilities Director or Facilities Assistant Manager

Performing preventative maintenance

Conducting routine inspections of premises and equipment

Clean tables or areas as instructed

Handling basic repairs and maintenance

Overseeing contractors when professional repairs are necessary

Diagnosing mechanical issues and correcting them

Repairing machines, equipment, or structures as necessary

Qualifications:

Related degree from a technical college or high school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience at least 2 years

Carpentry (painting, drywall, masonry, etc.) Plumbing, HVAC, other

Proven maintenance experience

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, guests, and vendors

Professional presentation and attitude

Ability to maintain focus while working

Strong time management skills

Physical Requirements Specific to the job:

Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Reach with hands and arms

Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel crouch or crawl and smell

Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Reporting Structure:

The Facilities staff individual will report directly to the Director of Facilities.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Catholic Schools Office
• 3725 Blackburn St
• Dallas, Texas 75219
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]