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Epworth United Methodist Church
Maintenance Technician
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What they do
A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$49,602 / year median in Delaware
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Our dynamic church is seeking a skilled and service-minded Maintenance Technician to help steward our campus so ministry can thrive. This hands-on role focuses on day-to-day maintenance and repair, ensuring our building is safe, functional, and welcoming for worship, ministry programs, staff, and guests. A maintenance technician ensures the proper functioning, safety, and longevity of facility systems. Their work spans routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and documentation. Structure
- This position is a part-time, hourly position of approximately 16-20 hours per week.
- The schedule is flexible, with occasional evenings or weekends required. Responsibilities
- Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance.
- Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, lighting, doors, flooring, furniture, and general building systems.
- Perform general tasks such as painting, carpentry, and quality checks.
- Respond to work orders and urgent repair needs in a timely manner.
- Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance to address issues before they escalate. Communicate with staff and leadership problems and concerns about building, grounds, and safety issues.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory.
- Use tools and follow established safety and maintenance procedures.
- Collaborate with Trustee Chair, Office Manager, and contractors as needed.
- Read and interpret manuals and work orders.
- Plan and coordinate all installations, repairs, and maintenance to the building, equipment, and fixed assets with outside companies.
- Handling of monitoring system malfunctions and alarms during off business hours.
- Attend and report to the Trustee Committee. Required Skills and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; vocational training preferred.
- Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Self-starter and has time management skills.
- Ability to read technical manuals and use diagnostic tools.
- Physical capability and availability for overtime or emergency repairs.
- Occasional evening hours for events held at church.