Maintenance Technician

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Until 8/22/2026 First posted June 11, 2026 Last posted June 11, 2026
Job description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Responsibilities

The 2nd Shift Maintenance Worker at St. Stephen Protomartyr Catholic Church performs custodial, groundskeeping, and basic maintenance duties across multiple parish and school campuses. This role ensures facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained, supports parish events through setup and breakdown, and contributes to a welcoming environment aligned with the Church’s mission.

Job Responsibilities

  • Clean and maintain church, school, and parish buildings, including floors, restrooms, and common areas
  • Perform routine janitorial duties such as mopping, vacuuming, window cleaning, and trash removal
  • Maintain outdoor areas by mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, and seasonal leaf removal
  • Remove snow and ice from walkways and entrances to ensure safe access
  • Set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for parish and school events
  • Assist with minor maintenance and repairs as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
  • Transport and move equipment, supplies, and materials as needed
  • Monitor and report supply and equipment needs
  • Follow safety procedures while using cleaning chemicals and equipment
  • Collaborate with staff and parish leadership to support daily operations

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Janitorial or maintenance experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and maintenance practices
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform manual labor
  • Ability to work in varying weather conditions and climates
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Dependable, self-motivated, and adaptable
  • Willingness to support and respect the mission and values of the Catholic Church

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.  
 
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All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. 

About this role

Summary

Perform custodial, groundskeeping, and maintenance duties across church and school campuses.

Job title

Maintenance Technician

Experience level

none

Industry

church

Location requirements

Candidates must be located near St. Louis or willing to work locally.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

cleaning methodsequipmentmanual labor

Preferred skills

independent workattention to detailteamwork

Specializations

custodialgroundskeepingmaintenance
Locations

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