Maintenance Worker

About the role

The Maintenance Worker position maintains and repairs the physical structures of buildings and grounds, carrying out a variety of maintenance duties so that the environment remains safe and secure for staff and residents. It is a full-time role based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plumbing and electrical systems, including replacing worn or defective parts.
• Maintain and repair wooden parts of buildings, install carpentry, and repair or replace brick, stone and concrete.
• Carry out general landscaping and grounds work, including lawn and garden care, leaf and snow removal, and parking lot and sidewalk repairs.
• Keep landscaping and grounds equipment in working order by repairing or replacing worn or damaged parts.
• Ensure buildings are locked down and secured as needed.
• Paint interior and exterior walls and trim.
• Perform general facility duties such as wall hangings, moving furniture and heavy objects, and unloading and storing supplies.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Maintenance Director and Administrators.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, snow blowers, street sweepers and riding mowers.
• Valid U.S. driver's license from the state of residence, with ability to obtain Archdiocesan driving approval.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, and to write routine reports and correspondence in English.
• Working knowledge of computers is preferred but not required.