Maintenance Coordinator

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.

The Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, performing, and overseeing maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all parish buildings, grounds, and equipment. This role ensures the church, rectory, parish offices, and any associated buildings (e.g., school or hall) are clean, safe, and well-maintained, supporting the mission and ministry of the Catholic Church.

Perform routine maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, carpentry, and general repairs.

Schedule and oversee inspections and preventive maintenance of critical systems (e.g., HVAC, fire alarms, elevators).

Ensure all work complies with diocesan, local, and state safety regulations.

Obtain quotes and coordinate with approved vendors/contractors for specialized repairs and maintenance work.

Supervise work performed by outside contractors to ensure quality and timeliness.

Oversee lawn care, landscaping, snow removal, and general upkeep of outdoor areas.

Maintain walkways, parking lots, and signage to ensure safety and cleanliness.

Supervise and coordinate custodial staff (if applicable), ensuring facilities are clean and presentable for services, events, and daily use.

Assist in cleaning as needed, especially during peak times (e.g., holidays, funerals, large events).

Conduct routine inspections of facilities for safety hazards or maintenance needs.

Ensure security systems, locks, doors, and lighting are functioning properly.

Maintain safety logs and reports.

Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.

Order supplies as needed within budgetary guidelines.

Assist with setup, breakdown, and logistics for parish events, Masses, and gatherings.

Move furniture and equipment as needed.

3+ years of experience in facility maintenance or related field.

Working knowledge of basic building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry).

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding tasks.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and respond to urgent requests promptly.

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.

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre‑employment screening. The screening will include a 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.