SUMMARY

To oversee building operations, cleaning and maintenance of all buildings, equipment and grounds. Must maintain an efficient, safe and effective environment for faculty, staff, parishioners, students and visitors.

The Maintenance Engineer must visibly model the values and principles of the faith through facilitating a learning environment that is positive, affirming, peaceful, growth-oriented, and faith-filled while providing respect for the dignity of all persons within the faith community. Must adhere to parish and school policies in a manner that is reflective of the values, practices, teachings and standards of fairness implicit to Catholic institutions.

CONTEXT

A Catholic parish and school help fulfill the evangelical and educational missions of Christs Church as defined by the mission of the Diocese of Duluth. This position helps the parish and school to meet these primary purposes. This position is an extension of the Bishops ministry. The incumbent must have a willingness and the ability to support the Mission of the Universal and Local Roman Catholic Church.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises custodial worker cleaning operations; inspects, maintains, repairs, and oversees all mechanical operations, heating, plumbing, lighting, HVAC, grounds, and general upkeep of the buildings and equipment on Cathedral of Our Lady of The Rosary, St. Mary Star of the Sea, and St. Michaels properties.
• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and oversees all mechanical operations, heating, plumbing, lighting, HVAC, and grounds on Stella Maris Holy Rosary campus. Responsible for contracting repairs as needed.
• Supervises the activities of the custodial staff and contracted parties, assigning tasks and inspecting building areas to see that the work has been done properly.
• Responsible for giving instructions and training regarding the use of cleaning materials and current practices including Hazmat and OSHA requirements for the safety of the school and the parish community.
• Orders inventory and maintains on-hand necessary cleaning and bathroom supplies as well as equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Must monitor and make necessary adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems and assure adequate supply of fuel oil.
• Inspects building and grounds and notifies the Rector/Pastor concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Required to coordinate the activities and scheduling of any outside contractors doing work on the buildings or grounds.
• Must prepare and maintain regular reports concerning maintenance, insurance inspections, departmental expenses, inventory, hours-worked and any additional OSHA reports or timely reporting that may be required.
• Must be able to work independently with other building staff/personnel and maintain a good working relationship with the parish and school communities and their guests.
• Respond to all calls of inquiry and need for assistance in a timely fashion along with the ability to be on-call and respond within a reasonable amount of time.
• Responsible for policies and duties as outlined in the handbook.
• Attend workshops, training and in-services related to work assignments.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as identified.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain a current level of knowledge and skills required to effectively serve in this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the Custodial Staff, Snow Removal Team, and Summer Grounds Crew.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two-year vocational training in plant or building maintenance program or equivalent.
• Five years of experience working in an Operation and Maintenance facility environment in an increasing role of responsibility.
• Two or more years in a supervisory position.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with gauges, meters, pumps, motors and instruments used in the operation and maintenance (trouble-shooting) of the various facility systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work with power tools and equipment used for the Janitorial maintenance of the facilities.
• Ability to understand technical language.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with others.

OTHER EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

The individual in this position must:

• Be self-motivated with the ability to work under little supervision.
• Possess good organizations skills and be capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing work.
• Respond to and professionally solve all requests, complaints or problems.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with co-workers, students, parishioners and visitors.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES

Minnesota State Boilers License Class C or above

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, crouch, bend, twist, squat, kneel, push, pull, reach above shoulder level and use hands to feel objects with tools or controls, talk and hear. Must have the ability to stand/walk and climb stairs for extended period of time up to 8 hours. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Must have the ability to work at heights above 10 feet. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The environment is a traditional church and school. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moderate to high noise levels in the work environment. Weekend and evening work may be required.

TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume to Jacob Turner at jacob.turner@duluthcatholic.org. Questions can be directed to Lauren via email or phone at 218.728.3646.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office
• Outdoor work

Experience:

• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Duluth, MN 55812 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Duluth, MN 55812: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person