Description
General Description:
The Maintenance Technician / Facilities Supervisor oversees and performs general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of parish and school facilities. This position works collaboratively with parish and school administration to ensure safe, well-maintained, and functional buildings and grounds that support the mission of the parish and school.
Reports To:
Parish Business Manager (PBM)
Schedule
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Monday–Friday, with evenings and weekends as needed
Requirements
Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitor facilities and report all defects, deterioration, or wear and tear using the parish’s written or electronic work order system; schedule repairs and coordinate work with the Parish Business Manager.
- Under the direction of the Parish Business Manager, train and guide maintenance, housekeeping, and custodial staff on proper procedures, materials, chemicals, and tool usage.
- In collaboration with the Parish Business Manager, develop and manage daily work schedules, weekend coverage, planned time off, and monitor unplanned absences for maintenance, custodial, and housekeeping staff.
- Assist in the supervision, direction, and evaluation of maintenance, custodial, and housekeeping staff to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with parish and school standards.
- Communicate daily with parish and school administrators and staff regarding events and activities requiring special facility arrangements; strong written and verbal communication skills required.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance for buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Proactively manage facility needs for parish and school events, including setup and breakdown.
- Respond promptly to emergency maintenance and custodial requests.
- Act quickly and responsibly in emergency situations, prioritizing safety and security and following established procedures.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels of maintenance, plumbing, and cleaning supplies for all parish, school, and rectory properties; place orders as needed.
- Purchase supplies, parts, and materials necessary for equipment and furniture repairs.
- Plan and implement short-term and long-term maintenance, inspection, and repair schedules.
- Estimate labor and material costs for maintenance and improvement projects; obtain bids when required and secure approval from the Parish Business Manager.
- Coordinate, supervise, and evaluate contract workers; verify satisfactory completion of work and request payment processing.
- Prepare quarterly and annual maintenance reports detailing completed work, ongoing projects, planned maintenance, and associated costs or estimates.
- Maintain organized records of building plans, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
- Manage facility keys and oversee building security.
- Oversee maintenance and upkeep of parish vehicles.
- Interact with municipal, county, and state agencies as required.
- Plan, conduct, and/or attend meetings related to facilities operations as appropriate.
- Assist the Parish Business Manager, as requested, in directing staff activities, participating in interviews, and making recommendations related to employee performance and discipline, up to and including termination.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
- As representatives of the Roman Catholic Church, all Archdiocesan employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the mission, values, and teachings of the Church.
- Understanding of and respect for the Catholic faith.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Any combination of education, training, and experience that meets the needs of the parish and fulfills the requirements of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and oversee maintenance and repair operations.
- General working knowledge of building systems, building codes, and safe work practices.
- Computer skills preferred, including Microsoft Word and Excel, recordkeeping, and basic office functions.
- Ability to work effectively within a parish and school environment and collaborate with skilled and unskilled personnel.
- Willingness to pursue training to develop new skills and enhance existing knowledge.
- Availability to respond to emergencies and support parish and school operations, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Valid California Class C driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Physical ability to perform required tasks, including mobility, stamina, dexterity, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Successful completion of the parish Safe Environment requirements, including VIRTUS training, anti-harassment training, and fingerprinting.
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
Our Lady of the Assumption Church (Claremont)
435 Berkeley Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
preymundo@olaclaremont.org