Maintenance Technician
Company: St Thomas More Catholic Church Kansas City
Role summary
Maintenance Technician is a role at St Thomas More Catholic Church Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-09-04. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Maintenance Technician
- Company
- St Thomas More Catholic Church Kansas City
- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-09-04
This is a great opportunity to join a supportive community and keep a beloved church running smoothly. You'll have a stable role with potential for growth, and no specific degree is required to get started.
Job description
Description
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general maintenance, repair, safety, and upkeep of parish and school facilities. This position helps ensure that all buildings, grounds, equipment, and systems are maintained in a safe, clean, and functional condition to support daily operations and parish activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Facility Maintenance
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment.
Complete assigned maintenance tickets and work orders in a timely and professional manner.
Track completed work and communicate updates regarding maintenance needs and repairs.
Respond promptly to urgent maintenance requests and facility issues.
Conduct preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and mechanical systems.
Monitor and maintain boilers, water heaters, and other facility equipment.
Assist with setup and teardown for parish, school, and special events.
Groundskeeping
Maintain outdoor areas including mowing, trimming, landscaping, and snow/ice removal.
Ensure sidewalks, parking lots, and entrances remain safe and accessible.
Monitor exterior lighting and signage.
Safety & Compliance
Maintain compliance with safety regulations and diocesan/parish policies.
Identify and report safety hazards or needed repairs.
Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures.
Ensure proper storage and handling of tools, chemicals, and equipment.
Cleaning & General Support
Assist custodial staff as needed with cleaning and sanitation duties.
Support classroom, office, and ministry needs related to facilities.
Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous maintenance, custodial, construction, or facilities experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair work.
Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment and power tools.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, unsupervised, and accomplish assigned duties efficiently.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with staff, parishioners, vendors, and supervisors.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Work Schedule
Occasional weekends, holidays, and on-call availability may be required for parish events, emergencies, weather-related duties, or facility needs.
Nuts and Bolts
Current Employee: Vacant
Reports to: Director of Operations
Classification: Hourly
Department: Parish
Compensation: Salaried. Competitive based on experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays.
Requirements
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.
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