Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Responsible for the buildings and grounds of the Parish and School; including janitorial services, maintenance, construction and the operations of the physical plant. Supervises a staff of one FTE Custodian, occasional casual employees for summer help and manages the contracted cleaning services. Oversees all contractor work on the campus. Performs the majority of internal maintenance projects.

This is a physical, hands on, working supervisory position, which also requires performance of actual custodial duties.

Manages and prioritizes maintenance requests / work orders to ensure work is done, employees and are kept busy and their time and talents are efficiently utilized. Ensures that cleaning contractors meet agreed upon service standards.

Planning for events on site ensuring security, set up, preparations are made in advance.

Develops and maintains an annual maintenance calendar for care of the facility.

Establishes good working relationships with outside contractors and vendors to ensure smooth operations of facilities, necessary and timely repairs and effective project management. Evaluates contractors and manages and develops our approved vendor list.

Participates in the development of the annual maintenance budget.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Valid license of operation of (high/low) pressure boiler
Working knowledge of HVAC systems and Building Management software, Electrical, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Roofing, Security / Cameras, Carpentry, Fire Security, Building Management software, and maintenance equipment.
Skills
Professional working attitude.
Collaborative approach with staff and volunteers.
Management experience of maintenance crews

Abilities
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends
Ability to manage both building systems and people.
Self-motivated. Proactive approach to building cleanliness and maintenance
Attentive to details - Responsible for setting standards for Maintenance Department
Comply with OSHA Safety and health rules.
Physical Demand Level: Refer to Physical Requirement Section

Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Job Requirements
Complete paper/computer work (e.g. logbooks, order forms, checklists, etc.).
Inspections of building and staff's cleaning and work efforts
When needed assists with cleaning of classrooms, hallways, washrooms/lavatories, drinking fountains, offices, cafeteria, gym, entrances, dust mopping, vacuuming, and wet mopping, scrubbing and refinishing tile floors, collection & disposal of garbage, snow removal and salts sidewalks, cleans outside of building, manages set up and cleaning of facilities for activities on property.
Performs light duty maintenance, as needed (e.g. replacing ballasts, light bulbs, valves, etc.).
Performs majority of medium maintenance duties when cost effective to do in house.
Maintains cleanliness and safety of parish grounds and facilities
Works with and develops volunteers on repair and light construction to maximize budget efficiency.
Obtains quotes and verifies contractor activity
Accompanies all inspectors (fire, health, insurance, EPA, etc.) on their rounds; prepares for visits.
Maintains building and equipment in state of repair to provide continuous, effective operation.
Purchases supplies/materials for maintenance as needed, managing those expenses to budget and verifies receipt and condition of supplies/materials when delivered
Manages supplier relationships and contacts
Attends seminars and meetings as requested by the supervisor, e.g., building & grounds.
Performs yard work (mowing/edging, raking, weeding, pruning, flower beds.
Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements
Lifting & Carrying
Object Weight Frequency Description
Various hand and power tools, parts, equipment, and supplies Less than 10 pounds Occasional Generally handled between floor and overhead. Carried throughout the parish. Includes up and down steps and ladders.
Various parts, equipment, and supplies 10-20 pounds Occasional Generally handled between floor and shoulder height. Carried throughout the parish. Includes up and down steps and ladders. Examples:
Case of paper towels, 25 pounds; case of toilet paper, 25 pounds; case of soap, 15 pounds.
Various parts, equipment, and materials 20-50 pounds Occasional Generally handled between floor and chest level. Carried up to approximately 10'. Examples:
Cleaning chemicals, 40 pounds; liquid wax-two jug case, 50 pounds; bag of water softener pellets, 40 lbs., poured at hopper (~ up to 48"); bag of de-icing salt, 50 pounds; mop bucket with water, 20 pounds, can be carried up and down a flight of stairs.
Various parts, equipment, and materials

Greater than 50 pounds Occasional Handled between heights of floor to chest level. Example:
8' banquet table, 90 pounds, lifted from cart stacked at a height of up to 48", to and from floor level. Can be carried a few feet.
De-icing salt, 80 lbs. generally handled between floor and ~ 40" (i.e. off back of pickup truck). Can be carried a few feet.

Pushing & Pulling
Object Force Frequency Description
Wrenches Variable; estimated at light to medium Occasional Push and pull on wrenches between floor and overhead; can be performed while standing on a ladder.
Carts, dollies carrying supplies, materials, parts, equipment Variable; estimated at light to medium Occasional Generally pushed or pulled at preferred height for distances of up to several hundred feet, to several hundred yards. Examples include Carts with banquet tables and chairs; dollies loaded with materials.
Furniture, appliances Variable; estimated at light to heavy Occasional Generally maneuvered using assistive tools such as a desk mover, dollies, etc. or with assistance of second person. Furniture may be slid depending on the surface. Generally pushed for a distance of up to several hundred feet. Examples include: Desks, sofas, etc.

Other Physical Requirements
Activity Frequency Description
Standing Occasional to frequent Concrete, carpet, asphalt, tile, vinyl composite tile, and ladders; surfaces can be slippery. May include standing on man lift.
Walking Occasional to frequent Concrete, carpet, asphalt, tile, vinyl composite tile/linoleum, and ladders; surfaces may be slippery. Can walk up to several miles per day. Can encounter uneven surfaces, ramps, trip hazards (curbs, hoses, etc.). Walks outdoors between buildings and with grounds keeping and /or snow removal tasks where conditions are seasonal dependent (i.e. snowy, icy, cold, hot, humid, etc.).
Sitting Occasional Includes operation of any parish-owned vehicles (i.e. vans, trucks, tractors for snow, grass, etc.). Drives to get parts or to other parishes as requested. May sit for computer/paperwork.
Bending / Twisting Occasional Picking up trash from floor, cleaning (i.e. behind toilets), handling materials/supplies, mopping (twisting), performing basic maintenance, shoveling, taking down and setting up tables, chairs, and other equipment for gathering. Bending to access equipment, tools, and supplies.
Kneeling Occasional Cleaning baseboards, scrubbing corners prior to applying new wax, handling materials, repairing or replacing parts/performing basic maintenance (i.e. plumbing, snaking pipes, etc.).
Squatting Occasional Cleaning baseboards, scrubbing corners prior to applying new wax, handling materials, repairing or replacing parts/performing basic maintenance (i.e. plumbing, snaking pipes, etc.).
Crawling Occasional Accessing awkward/confined workspaces (i.e. beneath bleachers).
Climbing Occasional Ladders and Lifts (examples may include but are not limited to shorter stepladders and High lift up to approximately 30'). Variable depending on parish assignment. Washing windows, cleaning gutters, and performing other exterior work. Climbs ramps/inclines.
Balancing Occasional Ladder work (cleaning out gutters, windows).
Reaching Vertically Occasional Changing ballasts and light bulbs, cleaning (walls, windows, etc.), cleaning and painting ceilings. Requires bilateral upper extremity reaching (i.e. one hand holding a part while second hand manipulates/maneuvers nuts, bolts, tools, etc.).
Reaching Horizontally Occasional to frequent Shoveling snow, handling equipment/materials, moving furniture, cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, pushing or pulling carts. Working with miscellaneous power tools, operating snow blower; using shovel, rakes, brooms, and mops. Performing basic maintenance tasks. Bilateral upper extremity reaching required (i.e. one hand holding a part while the second hand manipulates/maneuvers nuts, bolts, tools, etc.).
Handling / Grasping Occasional to frequent Buckets, mops, vacuum cleaners, hand/power tools, shovels, materials (cases of), miscellaneous lawn and snow removal equipment, carrying pails and ladders. Can work with both hands simultaneously (i.e. one hand holding a part while second hand manipulates/maneuvers nuts, bolts, or hand tool).
Fingering Occasional Wiring, computer/paperwork, phone, two-way radio, handling screws/nails, tape, etc.
Hand / Eye Coordination Frequent Driving, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, using miscellaneous hand and power tools, general maintenance tasks (snaking a drain, performing replacement of ballast). Cleaning, placing ladders. Writing/computer work.
Shoveling Occasional For up to approximately 2 hours at one time with breaks as needed.
Lying on Side/Back/Stomach Occasional For repairs/general maintenance at floor level (beneath sinks/vanities).
Balancing Occasional Ladder work (cleaning out gutters, windows).

Sensory Requirements
Near Acuity: Required for paper/computer work, gauges, and basic repairs.
Far Acuity: Driving (parish-owned vehicles). Visual inspection of parish grounds/facilities, monitoring student activities.
Color Vision: Paints, wiring (black, white, green, yellow, red, etc.). Safety with handling chemicals to avoid mixing hazardous combinations. Observing stains indicating maintenance issues (i.e. on ceiling tiles).
Depth Perception: Driving, operation of power tools, working at multiple level surfaces (i.e. varying heights of rooftops), steps.
Hearing: Two-way radio/cell phone; communication with parish staff, vendors, and contractors. Safety while driving. Monitoring parish equipment (compressors, doors, and windows that are opened and should be closed for securing parish grounds).
Feeling: Temperatures, sharp (broken glass), surfaces (i.e. rough versus smooth, wet versus dry).
Smell Smoke, chemicals (safety), electrical (e.g. ballasts) needing replacements. Foul smelling odors (drains).

About the Employer

"Celebrating spiritual growth, centered in Christ, through Word, Sacrament, and Service."

The people of St. Mary Faith Community, as baptized Catholic Christians, believe we are called to witness God's presence through worship, celebration, proclamation, evangelization, and ministry to one another. By sharing our unique gifts and talents, we commit ourselves to ongoing transformation, by reaching out and being a prophetic voice to our families, workplace and society. With the help of the Holy Spirit, we will continue prayerfully to build the Reign of God.

By themselves, these structures are a mass of brick and wood. But with the people of God therein, they become a living symbol of the presence of God in the gathering of his people.