Maintenance Staff (Part-Time), Holy Infancy School

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN

Holy Infancy School Bethlehem PA

Position Description

Job Title: Maintenance Staff

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Status: Part Time (25 hours/week)

Reporting Functions: Reports to School Principal / Business Manager / Pastor

Job Function: To provide a variety of maintenance and janitorial services for the school properties. Duties include but are not limited to ensuring that school property and buildings have a pleasant and presentable appearance and are maintained in a healthy safe and sanitary manner for staff students and the community. Responsibilities vary as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks including but not limited to:
  • Dusting sweeping vacuuming or washing of floors windows and walls.
  • Disinfect all surfaces within the classrooms.
  • Remove trash and debris from the classrooms and offices.

• Sets up moves and takes down various items of furniture or equipment within established weight limits. Repairs or replace furniture and equipment when needed.

• Conducts routine inspections of various types of building equipment as directed by administration including:
  • HVAC systems (heating ventilation and air conditioning)
  • Electrical panels and lighting fixtures
  • Plumbing fixtures
  • Fire safety equipment (alarms extinguishers sprinkler systems)
  • Security systems (cameras alarms access controls)
  • Boilers and water heaters.
  • Emergency generators and backup power supplies
  • Interior and exterior structural components

• Report any abnormality to the supervisor/school principal.

• Perform minor repairs to buildings as needed including basic plumbing electrical and structural maintenance. Materials to be provided by administration.

• Inventories and dispenses routine material and supplies when needed.

• Monitor school buildings and grounds for security and safety conditions. Maintain cleanliness of buildings and premises including sidewalks and adjoining school areas. Perform minor snow removal as needed such as spot clearing after major snow removal has been completed by the snow removal company.

• Follow up if needed on snow and ice removal to ensure clear access to school properties for the safety of all school employees and students. Ensure that an adequate salt supply is kept at all locations in case of a snow emergency.

• Maintain landscaped areas by watering and weeding as necessary. Lawn mowing is performed by a contracted landscaping service.

• Maintained records reports daily equipment facility checks and other reports as assigned.

• Report major repairs that cannot be handled in house to the Business Manager and to the contractors.

• Assist with scheduled group activities and non-school-related events (e.g. dances parties) primarily by supporting event coordination and ensuring compliance with facility use agreements. Weekend cleaning and building access are managed by separate designated personnel.

• Respond to emergencies and be on call by fire alarm monitor fire department police during work hours etc.

• Any additional duties that may be assigned by the principal pastor or business manager within work hours.

Additional Conditions of Employment

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Educational Requirements:

• At least 5 years experience in facility maintenance with cleaning/janitorial duties.

Skills Knowledge and/or Abilities:

• Ability to read and write in English to communicate with all of our staff and outside vendors or service personnel.

• Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and assess correctiveness action checking blueprints repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary.

• Must have knowledge of grounds and building tools and equipment operations and possess the ability to perform repairs to minor equipment.

• Must exhibit a high degree of integrity loyalty and dependability and have a strong work ethic.

• The ability to work independently and multi-task is required.

• Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds and move heavier materials using appropriate equipment or assistance from other colleagues.

• Must be willing to respond to occasional emergency calls outside regular hours to assist with urgent matters.

• Must be able to work with all staff members co-workers and contractors in a professional manner.

• Must be self-motivated and prompt in performing tasks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and requirements.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds and move heavier materials using appropriate equipment or assistance from other colleagues. Must be physically capable of lifting standing stooping bending stretching pivoting and going up and down ladders and flights of steps on a frequent basis.

Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoor; Part-time position; 25 hours per week. Afternoon and weekend work may be required from time to time.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to iSolved Hire or to the following:

Principal Jeanne Negron

Email:

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Required Experience:

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