Parish Custodian & Maintenance Tech — Facilities Expert

Catholic Diocese of Lansing; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in East Lansing is seeking a full‑time Parish Custodian/Maintenance Technician to maintain the parish facilities, grounds, and vehicles.

This non‑exempt role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and requires basic carpentry and plumbing skills. The candidate should have at least two years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least two years of experience using a variety of maintenance tools and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver's license; practicing Catholic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility and equipment maintenance, repairs, and basic carpentry and plumbing tasks.
• Clean and dust assigned areas; maintain fixtures, equipment, and furniture.
• Work with the facilities team on preventative maintenance and projects.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment and machinery.
• Assist with installation, repair, and renovation of building components as needed.
• Snow/ice removal, lawn and landscaping duties, and moving equipment.

Skills

Maintenance tools experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Job description

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in East Lansing is seeking a full‑time Parish Custodian/Maintenance Technician to maintain the parish facilities, grounds, and vehicles.

This non‑exempt role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and requires basic carpentry and plumbing skills. The candidate should have at least two years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license.