What are the responsibilities and job description for the St. Bernadette Catholic Church position at Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux?
St. Bernadette Catholic Church – Houma, LA
Job Description & Duty Checklist Position: Maintenance / Handyman Reports To: Pastor
Position Summary
The Maintenance/Handyman is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of all parish and school facilities:
General Duties (All Facilities)
The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason
of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable
law.
Job Description & Duty Checklist Position: Maintenance / Handyman Reports To: Pastor
Position Summary
The Maintenance/Handyman is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of all parish and school facilities:
- St. Bernadette Catholic Church
- Rectory
- Herbert Hall
- The O’Brien Center
- Bernadette House
- Bishop Latino Hall
- St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School (500 students)
General Duties (All Facilities)
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Repair minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry issues.
- Change HVAC filters and monitor systems.
- Replace bulbs, fixtures, and ceiling tiles.
- Maintain landscaping and exterior cleanliness.
- Keep tools, supplies, and storage areas organized.
- Ensure all work complies with safety codes.
- Document work completed and outstanding issues.
- St. Bernadette Catholic Church
- Inspect church lighting system for proper operation, replace LED and incandescent bulbs as needed.
- Spot clean rooms, the Nave, restrooms, and other areas of Church as needed.
- Empty wastebaskets and replenish restroom supplies as needed.
- Baptismal Font should be kept full and drained and cleaned as necessary for sanitary operation.
- Sanctuary Lamp must be kept lit, changed as necessary, and new supplies ordered to ensure availability.
- Holy Water Vessels in the church shall be cleaned and refilled as necessary to assure cleanliness.
- The church should be set up at the Pastor’s direction for funerals and other special events.
- Check all exit signs and emergency lights for proper operation. Exit signs should be lit 24 hours a day.
- Check all bathroom plumbing systems for proper operation. Repair/replace as needed.
- Check all Sacristy plumbing systems and fixtures. Repair/replace as needed.
- Confirm Sacristy is supplied with hosts, wine, and all other items needed for mass.
- Check the HVAC system periodically. Make sure grills and filters are clean.
- Check the church building structure for any defects and make repairs immediately if minor work is needed. Otherwise, promptly report any issue to the Pastor.
- Supervise church landscapes such as mowing grass, trimming trees of intrusive branches and hedges, watering plants.
- Ensure the parking lot is free of debris, trash, and garbage.
- Clean and refill the outside fountain as necessary.
- Assists in set-up for major church functions.
- Provides building access for ministries.
- Set up/tear down chairs, tables, and equipment as necessary in Herbert Hall, the Father O’Brien Center, the Gym and other meeting and multi-function rooms.
- Pick up and deliver church and office supplies and materials.
- Perform touch up and finish painting in all facilities.
- Clear dirt and debris from entrances and walkways of all facilities.
- Open and close buildings according to church security procedures.
- Make minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing repairs in all facilities.
- Performs and arranges corrective, preventive, risk-based and condition-based maintenance and cleaning on church owned equipment, tools, maintenance items, and appliances.
- Complete inspections and tests and maintain logs and records reflecting results on items that require them.
- Coordinates maintenance on all security systems, fire alarms, and door locks for church facilities.
- Provide aid and direction to outside service and repair work performed on Church property.
- Assists vendors and service providers as needed.
- Maintains trash can dumpster area and makes sure full cans are put to roadside for pickup.
- Attends and participates in meetings as required.
- Completes required records and reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Rectory
- Perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
- Ensure kitchen appliances are functional.
- Maintain heating, cooling, and hot water systems.
- Check for roof leaks, window seal issues, or weather damage.
- Maintain cleanliness of garage/storage areas.
- Puts out trash can from rectory area.
- Herbert Hall
- Inspect and maintain kitchen appliances and plumbing.
- Ensure tables, chairs, and movable partitions are in good working order.
- Maintain restroom fixtures and supplies.
- Check for trip hazards on floors.
- Prepare facility for parish functions; set up tables/chairs as needed.
- The O’Brien Center
- Inspect gym flooring, bleachers, and sports equipment.
- Maintain HVAC and ventilation systems.
- Ensure restrooms and locker rooms are operational.
- Replace or repair damaged wall pads, nets, or other items.
- Check fire extinguishers and emergency lighting.
- Bernadette House
- Keep outreach areas clean and welcoming.
- Repair minor plumbing or electrical issues.
- Inspect furniture for damage or safety issues.
- Ensure exterior lighting and locks are functional.
- Bishop Latino Hall
- Inspect meeting rooms for cleanliness and needed repairs.
- Ensure tables, chairs, and podiums are clean and operational.
- Maintain kitchen area and appliances.
- Prepare space for parish events, meetings, and classes.
- St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School
- Respond to urgent repair requests (e.g., broken door handles, clogged sinks).
- Maintain whiteboards, bulletin boards, and classroom fixtures.
- Ensure heating, cooling, and ventilation systems are operational.
- Make sure lighting and classroom items are maintenance.
- Repair leaks, running toilets, and faulty flush mechanisms.
- Maintain restroom partitions, locks, and fixtures.
- Make sure plumbing and drainage issues are addressed along with preventative maintenance procedures are done.
- Inspect and maintain playground equipment for safety.
- Keep walkways and play areas free from debris.
- Maintain sports fields, nets, and outdoor seating.
- Inspect and maintain appliances (coolers, ovens, dishwashers).
- Repair tables, benches, and serving equipment.
- Blow debris in front of school and off sidewalks and doorway areas.
- Periodic cleaning of exterior A/C units.
- Help with trash pickup around school grounds.
- Change A/C filters on a scheduled basis.
- Do light painting and touch up as needed.
- Clean outside gutters and rooftops as needed.
- Test fire alarms, extinguishers, and exit lights monthly.
- Ensure all emergency exits are clear.
- Winterize school and develop a shutdown/restart procedure for cold weather event.
- Develop a hurricane preparedness plan to include shutdown and restart processes for hurricane evacuation.
- Assist with decorating for Christmas, Easter, and parish festivals.
- Set up and take down tents, tables, and stages for events.
- Prepare facilities for hurricane season (secure loose items, sandbag doors).
- Assist with post-storm clean-up and repairs.
- Experience in general building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
- Knowledge of HVAC and preventive maintenance.
- Ability to operate tools and machinery safely.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights.
- Must pass background check for work in a Catholic parish and school.
The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason
of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable
law.
- The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require