St Vincent de Paul, Louisville (SVDP) is one of the longest serving social charities in Louisville. Through our homeless shelters, supportive housing programs, professional case management, clinical services, after-school programming, Open Hand Kitchen, Food Pantry, and retail thrift stores, we house, feed, and support those most in need with compassion and dignity. 

The Maintenance Tech contributes to the Agency’s physical portfolio through regular cleaning, repair, and maintenance of the grounds, grass cutting, buildings, vehicles, and their mechanical components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the inspection of security systems, fire alarm systems, extinguishers, smoke detectors, and fire exits to ensure readiness for emergencies
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining equipment and supplies needed to complete tasks
• Advise Facility Director of issues and needs related to maintenance/grounds projects
• Work independently to assess the needs of the Agency’s facilities in order to maintain property and equipment
• Work cooperatively with clients, staff, volunteers, and providers to effectively meet the maintenance needs of the Agency
• Other duties as assigned

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• HVAC Certified or Mechanical License is a plus
• Strong residential electrical and/or plumbing experience is a plus
• Skilled in drywall repair, painting, and light carpentry expected.
• Ability to climb ladders, stoop, crawl, reach - are all essential functions of the job
• Knowledge of the safety and ability to use power tools and maintenance machinery
• Knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, and/or automotive skills a plus
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and management
• Ability to strip and wax floors is a plus
• Excellent auditory and vision skills
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds to waist level
• Demonstrates ability to operate mechanical and landscaping equipment (lawnmowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers).
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency requests.
• Ability to work well with the existing maintenance team.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with others to describe problems and solutions involved in particular maintenance requests.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with clients, staff, volunteers, and service providers

Education, Qualifications, Certifications, Trainings, Licenses:

• High School diploma/GED
• HVAC certification and/or any other mechanical certification is a plus
• A combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted
• Commitment to the mission and goals of SVDP
• Successfully pass required pre-employment background and drug screening
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must maintain personal insurance for driving agency vehicles

Reporting to this position: None

Benefits/Additional Information:

In addition to a sense of purpose and pride that comes from serving others, eligible employees enjoy paid holidays, paid leave, paid Life/Short/Long Term Insurance as well as access to SVDP’s Section 125 Health and 401(k) Retirement Plans.

SVDP will conduct a thorough background investigation as part of its application process. Investigations are not limited to, but will include review and verification of the following: previous employment, character references, motor vehicle reports, personality and aptitude testing, drug screening and a comprehensive criminal background check.

To Apply:

Apply online: www.svdplou.org

Email cover letter and resume to: hr@svdplou.org