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St. Joseph Catholic School, located in Stuart, FL is searching for a Part Time Facilities Assistant. We are looking for an individual to be a part of a team that maintains the school’s facilities and grounds. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of St. Joseph Catholic School and the Diocese of Palm Beach.

The Diocese is dedicated to providing excellent working conditions with competitive compensation in order to attract and retain an outstanding workforce. The Diocese also offers a 403(b)-retirement plan to all employees.  Information on our retirement program can be found here.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the facilities supervisor to maintain all aspects of the school buildings and grounds, including but not limited to:
  • Sprinklers
  • Floors
  • Painting
  • General handyman duties
  • Minor repairs to fixtures and fittings including desks, tables, chairs, etc.
  • Order materials and take delivery
  • Carry out minor repairs to school equipment as needed
  • Maintain cleanliness and general tidiness of school buildings and grounds
• Attend all required and recommended training and follow safety protocols of the school
• Other cleaning and maintenance items to be determined by the maintenance supervisor and/or principal.

Qualifications:

• Ability to follow directions and supervision of facilities supervisor.
• Ability to work positively with the school community and other facilities staff.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and make responsible judgment calls.
• Ability to work effectively with Diocesan employees, departments heads, representatives of other agencies and the general public.
• Excellent written, verbal and public speaking skills.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capacity.
• Ability to stay focused and organized.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respect confidentiality and consistently exercise discretion and good business judgment.
• Strong ethical values.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional light lifting and carrying of under 15 pounds
• Occasional moderate carrying and lifting of 15 – 44 pounds
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, climbing, stretching and kneeling
• Frequent use of both hands and fingers
• Occasional moments of minimal and routine hearing

The above is intended to describe the general context of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

To apply, please email your interest and experience and to Facilities Supervisor, Mr. George Bento at gbento@sjscf.org and school principal, Mrs. Mindy Miller at mmiller@sjscf.org