About this role
PURPOSE: Our mission at Cedar Valley Catholic Schools is to provide an exceptional Catholic education for every student, built on a foundation of faith, discipline, knowledge and service. Our vision is to be the first choice of families who believe God, community, leadership and service are the foundation of a strong learning environment. JOB SUMMARY: Supports the upkeep, repair and overall functionality of facility equipment and building systems. Performs routine inspections, preventative maintenance and routine repairs. QUALIFICATIONS: ● High School or Technical School Diploma/Degree ● Possess the ability to be flexible, adaptive and cooperative ● Enthusiastic supporter of Catholic faith and schools ● Works well with others ● Strong problem solving capabilities and the ability to prioritize ● Outstanding written and verbal communication skills ● Self-motivated ● Well-organized and have a strong attention to detail ● At least one year applicable maintenance work experience ● Ability to life 50 lbs or more ESSENTIAL DUTIES/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Operation and maintenance of the boilers, heating systems and air conditioning systems ● Plumbing, electrical, and carpenter work or general repair, replacement of fixtures and other similar tasks as needed ● Light construction, remodeling and repairs to any building damage. ● Regular preventive maintenance (heat pumps, air handling units, HVAC, pumps, chillers, water softeners and other support devices) ● Accurate record keeping of maintenance ● Yearly winterization of outside facilities ● Regularly analyze the cost of necessary materials and services to ensure that decisions are being made with financial integrity ● Snow removal from sidewalks, parking lots and loading dock areas as needed during the school day ● Must be available for emergency call 24 hrs a day ● Know MSDS requirements and proper chemical storage ● Maintain key and fob inventory ● Knowledge of setting door schedules, timers and manual override options. ● Perform light custodial tasks as required, including basic cleaning and support during high-need situations ● Manages the relationship with third party cleaning services ● Support and promote the philosophy of Catholic education and contribute to building a spirit of unity within the school and the Cedar Valley Catholic School Community. ● Compile with rules and objectives of the school system and the Archdiocese of Dubuque. These duties are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, handle and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Lifts and moves items up to 50 pounds. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of the physical capabilities that must be met by an employee and the working conditions that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.