Maintenance Technician - St. Jude Catholic Church (Boca Raton, FL)

Diocese of Palm Beach; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

403(b) retirement plan

Health, vision, dental

Job summary

St. Jude Church and School in Boca Raton, FL seeks a Full Time Maintenance Technician for Monday through Friday, year round, from 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The role includes janitorial duties, basic electrical/plumbing/AC maintenance, and lifting tasks as needed.

Requires self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to work with staff and contractors. A valid Florida driver's license is preferred and background screening is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with janitorial procedures and cleaning chemicals.
• Familiarity with electrical, plumbing, painting, AC equipment including chillers.
• Ability to work unsupervised and adhere to posted hours.
• Must pass background screening and be able to work holidays and on-call when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial duties and operate cleaning equipment.
• Maintain electrical, plumbing, painting, AC systems and lawn sprinkler systems.
• Work unsupervised and follow the Director of Maintenance's schedule.
• Occasionally lift 50–70 lbs; frequent lifting of lighter items.
• Be able to climb ladders/scaffolding and work overtime for parish events.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Strong communication

English fluency

Tools

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

HVAC chillers

Job description

St. Jude Church and School located in Boca Raton, FL is searching for a Full Time Maintenance Technician (Monday thru Friday, year round). Hours 12:30 pm to 8:30pm.

The Diocese is dedicated to providing excellent working conditions with competitive compensation in order to attract and retain an outstanding workforce.

The Diocese of Palm Beach offers a competitive benefits package to employee’s working 30 or more hours per work week consisting of comprehensive medical, vision, dental, LTD, group life insurance, optional life insurance. The diocese also provides a 403(b)-retirement plan to all employees. Information on our benefits and retirement programs can be found here.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Detailed knowledge of janitorial procedures.
• Ability to use and understand cleaning chemicals and maintenance equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, painting, AC equipment, including chillers, lawn sprinkler systems and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to work unsupervised and work scheduled hours assigned by the Director of Maintenance.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry items less than 44 lbs.; occasionally moderately lift from 50-70 lbs.
• Ability to multitask and have good relationships with other employees and contractors.
• Must be comfortable on ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to work extra hours for parish special events.
• Holds a valid Florida Driver’s license.
• Fluent in English.
• Must be able to pass background screening procedures as mandated by the Diocese of Palm Beach.
• Must be able to work Christmas Holiday, Easter Holiday and other church events (Including weekends and evenings).
• Occasionally must be available for on call.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to successfully and efficiently work independently or with other in a team atmosphere.
• Experience and familiarity with Catholic institutions, including parishes, schools, and the Diocese of Palm Beach is recommended.

Personal

• Strongly self-motivated and self-sufficient; can lead and perform effectively with minimal support.
• An unquestioned reputation for integrity and ethics.
• Good communication skills, with diplomacy and credibility across multiple internal and external channels.
• High level of self-awareness: unselfish, providing credit to others, and receding when appropriate.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional moderate lifting and carrying of 15-60 lbs.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of under 15 lbs.
• Frequent walking, standing, kneeling and bending.
• Occasional exposure to excessive heat.
• Occasional walking on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Occasional working on ladders or scaffolding.
• Occasional working with hand in water.
• Frequent working closely with others and alone.

The above is intended to describe the general context of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.