Technician - Maintenance

Archdiocese of St. Louis; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep church and school facilities clean, safe, and well‑functioning. The role covers custodial work, routine maintenance, and minor repairs to support worship, education, and parish activities.

Collaboration with staff is essential, with a focus on reliability and Christian stewardship. Responsibilities include preparing spaces for liturgies and events, operating basic maintenance tools, and assisting contractors as needed while

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in custodial or maintenance work.
• Willingness to operate custodial and maintenance equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial services for church and school facilities.
• Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings and fixtures.
• Assist with safety compliance and report hazards.
• Support parish events by setting up tables, chairs, and equipment.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-functioning church and school campus that supports the mission of Assumption Parish and School. This position performs custodial services, preventative maintenance, and general repair work throughout parish facilities, ensuring that buildings, grounds, and equipment are maintained in a safe, attractive, and operational condition. The Maintenance Technician works collaboratively with parish and school staff to prepare facilities for worship, education, and parish activities while demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and Christian stewardship.

Job Responsibilities

Custodial Services

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the church, school cafeteria, parish meeting rooms, hallways, and adjacent restrooms.
• Clean and sanitize restroom facilities and replenish paper products, soap, and other restroom supplies.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles throughout the campus.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors using appropriate equipment and cleaning products.
• Operate floor scrubbers and other custodial equipment safely and effectively.
• Set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for parish liturgies, meetings, school functions, and special events.
• Maintain the cleanliness of entrances, common areas, and other assigned spaces.

Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to parish and school buildings, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks to help ensure the safe and efficient operation of facilities.
• Perform light carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs within the scope of the position.
• Identify maintenance needs and report major repairs or safety concerns to the Facilities Manager or Business Manager.
• Assist outside contractors as needed during maintenance or repair projects.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies in a safe and organized manner.

Safety and Facility Operations

• Ensure facilities are maintained in compliance with safety standards and parish policies.
• Report hazardous conditions, equipment failures, and security concerns promptly.
• Assist with emergency response and facility-related issues as needed.
• Support snow removal, ice treatment, and other seasonal maintenance responsibilities, as assigned.
• Assist with special projects and other facility-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and perform physical labor throughout the workday.
• Ability to work safely on ladders, scaffolds, and platform lifts.
• Ability to operate custodial and maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions as required.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed throughout the church, school, parish offices, meeting rooms, and surrounding campus.
• Position requires frequent physical activity, including lifting, climbing, bending, and prolonged standing.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support parish events, emergencies, or special projects.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives.

• flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.