Facilities Maintenance TechnicianThe Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for the overall care, safety, cleanliness, and operational functionality of Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope's building and chapel. This role ensures that all school facilities are clean, safe, well-maintained, and fully operational to support daily academic life and school events. This position includes hands-on maintenance, cleaning oversight, systems management, equipment organization, and event setup support.
The Facility Maintenance Technician serves as the primary steward of the physical environment of the school. This position reports directly to the Director of School Operations.Core ResponsibilitiesBuilding Maintenance & Repairs -Perform routine maintenance and repairs across school and chapel -Handle painting, patching, and minor repairs -Maintain overall building condition and appearance -Address maintenance issues promptlyCleaning & Janitorial Operations -Clean and maintain restrooms daily -Sweep, mop, and maintain floors -Manage trash removal throughout building -Maintain cleanliness of classrooms, offices, and common areas -Ensure cleaning standards are consistently metWaste & Facility Systems Management -Oversee dumpsters, recycling, and trash procedures -Ensure proper waste handling and compliance procedures -Coordinate waste pickup schedulesBuilding Systems Oversight -Monitor and maintain: -School facility ticket system: Raiseaticket app -Boiler / heating systems -HVAC / air conditioning systems -Alarm and security systems -Bell system -Door access code system -Coordinate service vendors as neededEquipment & Property Management -Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment -Manage school property including: Tables Chairs Tents Speakers Event equipment -Ensure proper storage and organizationEvent & After-Hours Support -Set up and break down for school events -Prepare building for evening/weekend activities -Support athletics, events, and community functions -Ensure building security after events -Manage and own Use of School Buildings Protocol for School & Non--School UseQualificationsStrong communication and relationship-building skillsHighly organized and detail-orientedComfortable speaking with families, pastors, and community members when neededExperience in facilities management, maintenance, or custodial work preferredAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesBasic computer and record-keeping skillsCommitment to Catholic education and mission-driven workPreferred ExperienceFacilities or custodial management experience in a school or institutional settingEvent setup and coordination experienceBasic knowledge of building systems (HVAC, boilers, security systems)Experience working with inventory or facility tracking systemsWork Schedule30 hours per weekOn-site at Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of HopeSome evenings and weekends required for: -School events -Athletics -Facility setup/cleanup -Community eventsSuccess MetricsConsistently clean, safe, and well-maintained facilitiesTimely response to maintenance and repair needsProper functioning of all building systemsEffective management of waste, recycling, and facility proceduresSuccessful setup and breakdown of school eventsWell-organized and maintained school equipment and propertyPositive support of school culture and daily operationsReliable readiness of the building for all school activitiesApplication ProcessPlease send the following materials to Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For full consideration, please submit as soon as possible.
Deadline is August 1, 2026.ResumeCover letterReferences. Please share the names of 3 people we may contact as references. The best references are former or current supervisors.Interested individuals should familiarize themselves with our school and our mission via our website: chestertonri.org