Part-Time Maintenance Tech

centralchurch; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

centralchurch in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a part-time Maintenance Technician (10-20 hrs/week) to keep the church buildings and grounds in good repair. You will handle day-to-day repairs, light maintenance, and some groundskeeping under the Facilities Department.

This role requires basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry; you’ll work with hand and power tools, lift up to 50 lbs, and coordinate with staff to address maintenance requests and safety concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in building maintenance, groundskeeping, or a related trade preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repair work.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills and a cooperative, service-minded attitude.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Stay on top of repair needs throughout the building, addressing issues as they arise
• Perform light repairs on doors, lighting, ceilings, and other building components
• Complete HVAC-related maintenance, including filter changes and minor repairs
• Handle basic plumbing repairs
• Assemble furniture and other items as needed
• Set up and tear down furniture for services, meetings, and events
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff
• Maintain grounds: lawn care team coordination, sprinkler system monitoring, outdoor upkeep

Skills

Basic carpentry

Basic electrical

Basic plumbing

HVAC basics

Tool proficiency

Furniture assembly

Physical stamina

Reliable

Self-motivated

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Multimeter

Ladders

Job description

Part Time, 10-20hrs a week

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician helps keep the church's buildings and grounds in good repair and working order. This role handles day-to-day repairs and light maintenance across the building, and may also take on some or all of the groundskeeping responsibilities for the property. This position falls under the Facilities Department.

Key Responsibilities

Building Maintenance & Repairs

• Stay on top of repair needs throughout the building, addressing issues as they arise
• Perform light repairs on doors, lighting, ceilings, and other building components
• Complete HVAC-related maintenance, including filter changes and minor repairs
• Handle basic plumbing repairs
• Assemble furniture and other items as needed
• Set up and tear down furniture for services, meetings, and events
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff

Grounds Keeping

• Work with lawn care team to care for trees, bushes, and lawn areas
• Maintain and monitor the sprinkler system
• General upkeep of outdoor property areas and building exterior

General

• Keep basic records of repairs, maintenance work, and supplies
• Coordinate with the Facilities Director on larger repairs or outside contractor needs
• Maintain a safe environment by identifying and addressing hazards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in building maintenance, groundskeeping, or a related trade preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repair work
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (climbing ladders, kneeling, standing for extended periods)
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Good communication skills and a cooperative, service-minded attitude
• Must pass a background check

Technical/Hands-On Skills

• Basic carpentry (door adjustments, minor repairs, assembly)
• Basic electrical (lighting fixtures, outlets, troubleshooting simple issues — not licensed electrical work)
• Basic plumbing (unclogging drains, fixing leaky faucets, toilet repairs)
• HVAC basics (filter changes, thermostat troubleshooting, recognizing when to call a licensed tech)
• Tool proficiency (drills, ladders, basic power tools, multimeter for simple diagnostics)
• Furniture assembly and setup/teardown logistics

• A valid driver's license to run errands or pick up supplies
• Basic computer skills to log work orders or communicate via email/apps

Physical Requirements (if applicable)

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, in varying weather conditions. Requires physical stamina for lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods. Ability to lift 50lbs.