Maintenance Specialist | Saint Thomas More Community Church

Seeking Applicants: Maintenance Specialist (Full-Time)

APRIL 7, 2026

DESCRIPTION:

The Maintenance Specialist ensures that all parish facilities and grounds at The Church of Saint Thomas More are safe, clean, and well‑maintained. Under the direction of the Director of Facilities & Maintenance, this role handles routine and preventive maintenance of building systems, weekly upkeep, and event setup. The Maintenance Specialist promotes a safe, welcoming, functional environment for the community.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week

DUTIES:

Completion of daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and seasonal maintenance tasks for parish facilities.
Ensure facilities meet cleanliness standards in compliance with local and state health regulations.
Under direction of the Director of Facilities & Maintenance, conduct maintenance, inspection, and proper operation of all building systems, including boilers, plumbing, electrical, septic, HVAC, exhaust and ventilation, fire protection, and security systems.
Ensure that maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment are used properly and are stored securely.
Ensure proper and lawful disposal of all waste, including hazardous materials.
Conduct the removal of ice and snow from walkways, stairs, and parking areas to ensure safety.
Receive deliveries of supplies and equipment as needed.
Maintain exterior grounds, including lawn care and landscaping, to uphold the attractive appearance of the campus.
Review and fulfill facility setup and event preparation requests, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
In collaboration with the Director of Facilities and Maintenance, maintain a comprehensive and organized filing system for maintenance logs, materials safety data sheets, manuals, warranties, work orders, setup requests, vendor lists, schedules, and equipment inventory.
Train new facilities and maintenance staff members, promoting adherence to safety practices and procedures.
Communicate regularly with the Director of Facilities & Maintenance regarding maintenance priorities, upcoming work, and ongoing projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to work up to 40 hours per week and be on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds, using proper techniques, along with the ability to use equipment necessary for the position. Must be able to use ladders, work in tight spaces, and withstand heat and cold.
Basic computer and email skills are required.
Maintains confidentiality regarding parish matters. Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the parish. Acts as a witness to Gospel values. Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the parish and Archdiocese.
Proven ability to work unsupervised and make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively, and creatively. Comfortable with ambiguity and ability to respond adeptly to rapidly changing priorities and ability to work well under pressure. Takes initiative; a team player and meets deadlines. Detail oriented and organized with the strong ability to successfully multitask as necessary or requested.
Ability to interact with a wide constituency of people and is able to work alongside others. Exhibits effective communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to professional ethics by honoring confidentiality, as well as acting with integrity and honesty at all times.

Special Requirements:

Background Check
Completion of Archdiocese of Saint Paul-Minneapolis
Safe Environment (Virtus) training
Pre-Employment Physical
Possession of or willingness to pursue Boiler Engineer and Operator License

TO APPLY:

To apply, please email Anzley Bieri, Director of Operations, at abieri@morecommunity.org or call 651-227-7669.

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