Facilities Maintenance and Custodial Technician

St. Catherine of Siena Church•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Maintenance and Custodial Technician maintains, repairs, cleans, and supports the safety and appearance of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church’s buildings, grounds, and equipment. The role combines hands-on building maintenance with routine custodial and janitorial duties. The employee works independently, proactively identifies maintenance and cleaning needs, and helps keep parish facilities safe, functional, clean, and welcoming for worship, ministry, education, and community activities. The position reports to the Parish Business Administrator or Pastor’s Designee. As an employee engaged in ministry, the technician supports the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the parish mission in professional and personal life, models Gospel values and Catholic Church teachings, and participates in religious ceremonies, training, and reflection activities as directed. Duties include routine building repairs; basic plumbing and electrical work within applicable safety and licensing requirements; carpentry, drywall, painting, fixture, door, and furniture repairs; HVAC filter replacement and service coordination; maintenance and custodial supply management; and timely response to requests and emergencies. The role also includes cleaning and sanitizing parish spaces, restrooms, and gathering areas; maintaining cleaning supplies and equipment; conducting and documenting inspections and preventive maintenance; maintaining grounds and identifying exterior hazards; coordinating approved contractors; and preparing and maintaining church facilities for Masses, liturgical celebrations, weddings, funerals, and other events. Cleaning and maintenance schedules must be coordinated to avoid disrupting liturgical activities. This is a full-time, non-exempt position regularly scheduled for 40 hours per week. The schedule may change to accommodate parish activities, liturgical celebrations, maintenance needs, or emergencies, and may include occasional evenings and weekends. Overtime requires advance supervisor approval and is compensated under applicable laws and diocesan policies. All work hours must be recorded in the designated Paylocity timesheet. The parish is an at-will employer, and its buildings and vehicles are tobacco-free.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED acceptable to the Texas Education Agency.
Two years of related full experience.
Experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or carpentry.
Proficient English speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.
Valid Texas driver’s license if driving is required for assigned duties.
Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout employment.
Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the pastoral mission of a parish.
Ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems; troubleshoot facility issues; and assist with fixtures, furniture, and appliances.
Ability to conduct safety and functionality inspections and execute preventive maintenance schedules for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Ability to document maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs accurately and maintain orderly maintenance, storage, and mechanical areas.
Knowledge of custodial and janitorial practices, sanitation, and safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Ability to maintain inventories of maintenance, custodial, and facility supplies and coordinate or oversee contractors, vendors, and service providers.
Ability to respond to facility emergencies and prioritize maintenance requests effectively.
Ability to support liturgical celebrations and parish events through facility preparation and maintenance.
Working knowledge of safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, and proper use of maintenance and custodial equipment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities and plans may change rapidly and to follow established dress codes and conduct standards.

Responsibilities

Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of St. Catherine of Siena in professional and personal life; model Gospel values and participate in religious ceremonies, training, and reflection as directed.
Perform routine repairs and general maintenance throughout parish buildings and facilities.
Perform minor plumbing repairs and basic electrical maintenance and troubleshooting within applicable safety and licensing requirements.
Complete minor carpentry, drywall, painting, patching, furniture, door, lock, hinge, cabinet, window, and fixture repairs.
Inspect HVAC systems, replace filters, and coordinate professional servicing and other specialized repairs with approved contractors.
Identify maintenance problems, take corrective action, respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, and maintain parish tools, equipment, and supplies.
Empty trash; clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms; sweep, mop, and vacuum floors; clean entrances, hallways, common areas, furniture, fixtures, surfaces, and glass; and respond to spills and unexpected cleaning needs.
Keep storage rooms, maintenance areas, supply closets, church spaces, offices, and public gathering spaces clean, orderly, and welcoming.
Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies, paper products, restroom supplies, and other facility supplies; safely store, handle, and use cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Assist with cleaning after meetings, celebrations, and special events; report cleaning needs that require additional personnel or contracted services.
Conduct regular building and equipment inspections; develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules; inspect building systems; document inspections, repairs, and maintenance; and recommend improvements that reduce expenses and extend facility life.
Maintain parish grounds, remove litter and hazards, perform minor landscaping and groundskeeping, inspect sidewalks, parking areas, entrances, gates, and exterior lighting, and assist with seasonal and weather-related preparations.
Coordinate with approved landscaping and grounds maintenance contractors.
Keep the church and liturgical facilities clean and maintained; maintain pews, kneelers, doors, lighting, and furnishings; prepare facilities for Masses, weddings, funerals, holy days, and other celebrations; and schedule work to avoid disrupting liturgical activities.
Assist with event setup, teardown, and facility needs as required.
Record all hours worked in the designated Paylocity timesheet and obtain advance supervisor approval for overtime.