Maintenance Worker - St. Anselm Church

Arch No; Madisonville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contribution health insurance

Paid vacation

Sick days off

401k

Bonuses at Christmas and Easter

Job summary

A local parish is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Worker to ensure facilities and equipment are safe, clean, and functional. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, performing preventative maintenance, and handling minor repairs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in maintenance work. Benefits include employer-contributed health insurance, paid vacation, and bonuses during holidays. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is standard; technical certificates (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) are desired but not required.
• Experience in residential or commercial maintenance work.
• Ability to read blueprints/manuals and knowledge of building systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of buildings and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks like cleaning A/C systems.
• Handle minor repairs in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC.
• Custodial: Clean and maintain all campus buildings.
• Setups: Prepare spaces for ministries and events; arrange tables and chairs.

Skills

Proficiency with hand and power tools

Strong problem-solving abilities

Good communication skills

Time-management abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC certificate

Plumbing certificate

Electrical certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing basics

Job description

St Anselm Church

Maintenance Worker

Scope of Job

This position is for an enthusiastic, responsible and dedicated worker that will ensure the facilities, equipment and parish campus are safe, clean and functional. Must be able to work independently or with maintenance coworker.

Responsibilities

• Inspections: Conduct regular walkthroughs of buildings and equipment to identify potential issues or safety hazards.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine tasks such as replacing filters, cleaning A/C systems to prevent breakdowns, clean gutters and roof drains.
• General Repairs: Handle minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC fixes (e.g., changing bulbs and ballasts, repairing inoperable plumbing fixtures and repairing locks and pew kneelers).
• Custodial: Clean, vacuum, mop and maintain all buildings on campus (excluding Rectory)
• Setups: Setup for different ministries and events in all campus buildings (tables, chairs, weddings, funerals, etc.)
• Availability: Work weekday shifts, every other weekend evenings (two (2) hours each evening) and all special events or emergencies as directed by the Pastor
• Applicant Must Provide: Cellphone and basic tools to perform repairs; screwdrivers, wrenches, drill and bits etc.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is standard; technical certificates (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) are desired but not required.
• Experience: Number of years of past work in residential or commercial fields.
• Hard Skills: Proficiency with hand and power tools, program timers, ability to read blueprints/manuals, and basic knowledge of building systems.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, communication, and time-management abilities.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Manual Labor: Ability to bend, pull, push, lift and move heavy objects (often 50+ lbs), repetitive work (table and chair setups), climb ladders, walking and standing for long periods. Operate various mechanical custodial machines.
• Conditions: Ability to work in various weather conditions, heights, and occasionally late nights.

Hours and Benefits

• Schedule: Position is Monday thru Friday 9 am to 4:30 pm with every other weekend Saturday 5 pm to 7pm and Sunday 6 pm to 8 pm. (Other scheduled events can alter weekday and weekend times). Overtime is available with busier times throughout the year.
• Perks: Benefits include: Employer contribution health insurance, paid vacation and sick days off (accumulated hours each pay period), 401k, bonuses at Christmas and Easter.