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Archdiocese of Chicago

Director of Maintenance

Archdiocese of Chicago, Hammond, Indiana, United States, 46320


Maintenance Supervisor

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees and supervises all aspects of maintenance in a safe and effective manner. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for all physical aspects of the parish and school campus, including, but not limited to, minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, boiler, and general building maintenance and repairs.Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities:

Leads maintenance staff in general custodial tasks, establishes daily work assignments, and reviews and approves time sheets.Supervises grounds maintenance, including snow removal on all sidewalks for school and church, mowing parish lawns, and maintaining grounds in a clean and safe manner.Assures the collection and disposal of trash and garbage and performs minor maintenance of church, school, pastoral residence, and parish hall buildings as needed.Sets up facilities for parish and school events and maintains a clean and safe environment in the work area.Works with volunteers as directed by Pastor & School Principal.Maintains communication with appropriate persons and verifies contractor activity.Assists in preparing specifications and procuring bids for major projects.Accompanies all inspectors (fire, health, insurance, EPA, OSHA, etc.) on their rounds.Works with parish facilities committee as directed by Pastor and is available for emergency maintenance work outside of regularly scheduled working hours when needed.Maintains buildings and equipment in a state of repair to provide continuous effective operations.Performs routine repairs and obtains necessary certification if required.Purchases supplies for maintenance as needed and maintains a cost-effective inventory of supplies and tools within the budgeted guidelines.Maintains open file of emergency systems, i.e., plumbing, electrical, fire, sewage, underground tanks, etc.Requirements:

Boiler certification and HVAC desirable. Good leadership abilities, able to manage and motivate a team. Good interpersonal and organizational skills.Education and/or Experience:

Trade school or High School Coop. Three or more years supervisory experience in related field. Three to five years previous maintenance experience.Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, finger, talk, reach, feel, sit, climb, grasp, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Lifts and moves items up to 50 pounds.Job Conditions:

Evenings and weekend work will be required. Exposure to climate change, uncomfortable temperatures, and fumes; work with machinery and equipment requiring considerable caution; frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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