Position Summary:  Primarily responsible for the general maintenance and repair of assigned facilities and providing coordinated janitorial services for the parishes and schools in the Family of Four Parishes Milwaukee (Old St. Mary, Our Lady of Divine Providence, Ss. Peter & Paul, Three Holy Women). The following information represents general physical activities which may vary depending on facility layout, use of outside contracted services, and number of custodial staff. Must be able to perform all aspects of job as described below where applicable.

Responsibilities:

Custodial

• Complete paper/computer work (e.g. logbooks, order forms, checklists).
• Complete daily rounds/inspections (e.g. turning lights on/off, unlocking/locking entrances, and checking HVAC systems, refrigerator temperatures, and laundry).
• Perform general custodial tasks throughout all parish facilities, including moving and replacing furniture to vacuum or dry mop and wash floors, cleaning up/disinfecting vomit and other spills, and collecting and disposing trash/recyclables.
• Inspect and clean surfaces with graffiti and other markings as needed.
• Clean outside of buildings and inspect and communicate instances of damage and/or conditions of general deterioration.
• Perform scheduled monthly, semi-annual, and annual custodial duties (e.g. floor scrubbing and waxing, painting, window washing, carpet cleaning).
• Provide set up and cleaning of facilities for parish, school, and third-party activities, ensuring facility needs for weekend and evening activities are satisfied, including consideration of weather-related circumstances.
• Work with B&G volunteers as directed by supervisor.
• Attend seminars and meetings as requested by supervisor.

Maintenance

• Perform typical facility maintenance tasks including minor electrical, plumbing, ventilation, roofing, and carpentry along with all due preventative maintenance. Examples include, but are not limited to, replacing down spouts, burned out bulbs, broken windows and ballasts, drain snaking, cleaning heating units, interior and exterior painting, replacing plumbing and associated fixtures, adding salt to water softener, and flooring repair.
• Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal and sidewalk salting.
• Maintain facilities and equipment to ensure continuous, effective operation, including HVAC system preparation for heating and cooling seasons.
• Obtain necessary certifications as required.
• Given supervisor approval, purchase B&G supplies/materials as needed, and verify receipt and condition of supplies/materials when delivered.
• Refer supplier contacts to supervisor.
• Identify conditions needing major repair and make supervisor aware of them.
• Keep work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Physical Demands

• Heavy physical demand/metabolic equivalent (MET) level (greater than 50 lbs./6.4-7.5 METs). For example, carrying an 80 lb. load or snow shoveling.
• Lifting/carrying (occasional frequency)
• Pushing/pulling (occasional frequency)

Knowledge

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• Proper and effective use of high-speed equipment, with two of more years of related experience preferred.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Skills

• Strong organizational, problem solving, trouble shooting, and diagnostic skills.
• Professional and collaborative approach to work; strong customer service orientation.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Broad range of facility maintenance skills.

Abilities

• Proficiently read, write, comprehend and communicate in the English language.
• Manage time efficiently and prioritize work duties.
• Take direction and work with minimum supervision; self-motivated.
• Attentive to details.

Qualifications

• Available to work outside of regularly scheduled hours (e.g. evenings, weekends) as buildings and grounds needs dictate.
• Approved criminal background check and Safe Environment Education trained.
• Ability to perform each area of responsibility to the satisfaction of the Maintenance Supervisor. The responsibilities listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Maintenance & Facilities 

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

To Apply: 

Please send completed application, cover letter, and resume to Christine D’Amato, Director of Administrative Services, at [email protected]. 

Application can be found at: https://www.archmil.org/Resources/Application-for-Employment.htm