Temple Operations & Maintenance Technician

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Pago Pago (AS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in American Samoa seeks an entry-level Temple Facilities role to help maintain temple operations and provide a safe, uplifting environment for visitors. You will assist with maintenance planning, vendor coordination, and data entry for budgeting, while ensuring compliance with local codes and Church standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and hands-on maintenance across HVAC, water treatment, electrical and mechanical systems, under the

Qualifications

• 4 years of any combination of related experience or progress towards or completion of a relevant university (post-secondary) degree or an industry-recognized certification.
• Basic understanding of physical plant operations and preventive maintenance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Licensed as required by local law.
• Able to stand, walk, kneel, squat, push, pull, twist, bend, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods of time.
• Able to independently lift and position objects weighing up to 50 lbs./23 kg and team lift and position objects weighing up to 100 lbs./45 kg occasionally.
• Good understanding of the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Practical experience in maintenance, trades, engineering or general handyman work is preferred
• Understanding of tools and simple repair work
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist with vendor coordination for routine maintenance and supplies.
• Provide data entry and support for budgeting.
• Assist the Temple Facilities Manager with maintenance planning using finance, equipment, work order, and other related software tools as may be provided.
• Identify and report issues related to facility operations, safety, and maintenance.
• Coordinate inquiries and complaints professionally under the Temple Facilities Manager.
• Support in the absence of the Temple Facilities Manager and give work direction to Temple Facilities Assistants.
• Maintain HVAC equipment and controls at maximum efficiency.
• Service water treatment equipment for boilers and water systems and conduct water tests.
• Maintain laundry equipment and baptismal font systems.
• Maintain electrical systems and lighting across the temple.
• Repair electronic systems including projection, sound, and communications.
• Make modifications to temple mechanical or electrical systems as needed.

Skills

Physical plant operations

Preventive maintenance

Basic computer skills

PPE awareness

Manual handling

Team player

Repair skills

Vendor coordination

Budget data entry

Safety compliance

Education

4 years related experience or progress toward relevant degree or certification

Tools

Budgeting software

Work order systems

Job description

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in American Samoa seeks an entry-level Temple Facilities role to help maintain temple operations and provide a safe, uplifting environment for visitors. You will assist with maintenance planning, vendor coordination, and data entry for budgeting, while ensuring compliance with local codes and Church standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and hands-on maintenance across HVAC, water treatment, electrical and mechanical systems, under the