What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Maintenance full time plus benefits position at Benedictine Sisters?
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL MAINTENANCE Clyde
Responsible to:
Maintenance Supervisor
Job Summary:
Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly,
building systems operate efficiently and the physical condition of buildings does not
deteriorate. Performs functions that may include electrical, heating/air conditioning,
carpentry, painting, pluming and upkeep of grounds and property surrounding the Clyde
monastery. This includes, but is not limited to, mowing, trimming, spraying, pruning,
planting, and maintaining current knowledge of plant care.
Essential Functions:
• Responsible for plumbing and electrical repairs
• Interior/exterior painting-tolerate exposure to various paints and chemicals
• General household jobs and repairs
• Woodworking projects
• Routine maintenance (grease, oil, clean check belts, etc.) of motors and refrigeration
equipment
• Assist other personnel in handling heavy objects, equipment or materials. This will
include but is not limited to loading or unloading trucks, running pipe, hauling debris and
pick up supplies and materials as needed
• Welding
• Snow removal
• Tuck pointing
• Operate tractors, small dump trucks, backhoe, large and small machinery
• Works with/accompanies outside contractors and other service people as work is
completed on the monastery premises
• Continuing education will occasionally be offered in the form of workshops, seminars
or videos on related work topics. Attendance will be considered work time.
• Car maintenance — gas up, oil changes, check tires, prepare for trips
• Other work in Maintenance Dept. assigned as needed
• Learn new skills for proper care of property and equipment.
• Lawn care: planting, mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, etc.
• Care of trees and bushes: planting, watering, trimming, removal, pest problems, etc.
• Design, plant, and maintain landscapes
• Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) upkeep
• Spray weeds
• Haul debris
• Operate, care for and maintain all farm and grounds equipment such as but not limited
to tractors, trucks, commercial lawn mowers, backhoes, etc.
• Operate, care for and maintain all small farm and grounds tools such as but not limited
to pruners, trimmers, paint brushes, etc.
• Paint/seal outdoor items such as benches, picnic tables, signs, etc.
• Seasonal work such as snow and ice removal, leaf vacuuming, etc.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements:
• High school education
• Previous experience in minor building maintenance and/or equipment maintenance
preferred
• Class E Missouri Driver’s License
• Work as team in conjunction with other maintenance workers
• Ability to climb ladders and to stoop, crouch, kneel and stand for extended periods of
time. Ability to adapt to various temperatures and weather conditions. Ability to lift 50-75lbs
without restrictions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, crawl spaces, and tunnels