Maintenance Mechanic

About the Organization

We, the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, are an international Congregation impelled by the love of Christ in the tradition of Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac and the pioneer spirit of Catherine Spalding. We embrace intercultural relationships, commit ourselves to care for all creation, and work for peace and justice in solidarity with oppressed and marginalized peoples.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Installs, maintains, repairs, or replaces mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, refrigeration, structural, and heating equipment and systems by performing the following duties.

• Repair and maintain pumps, furnaces, boilers, and motors.
• Install and maintain electrical circuits, refrigeration equipment and systems, HVAC equipment, and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems accurately.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repair or replace defective parts.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair equipment, furnishings, appliances, and systems.
• Read diagrams to perform installations, repairs, etc. on equipment and systems.
• Read and interpret work orders.
• Repair and install roof materials.
• Hang and finish sheetrock.
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces.
• Fabricate items from wood and metal.
• Weld metal with either gas or electric.
• Clean drains and replace sections of waste lines.
• Install new water lines, repair water service, firefighting lines, and hydrants.
• Install and repair locks.
• Operate construction equipment such as bobcats, backhoes, and aerial lifts.
• Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ethical Conduct
• Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Project Management
• Initiative and Problem Solving
• Technical Capacity
• Attention to Detail

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Associate degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or 2‑3 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Good working knowledge of electricity, plumbing, steam, mechanical systems, and HVAC.

Ability to train for and receive necessary certifications, i.e., EPA section 608 certification. Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

The employee will regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and work from ladders, scaffolds, and moving equipment. Frequent lifting or moving of items over 50 pounds is required.

The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and occasionally extreme conditions. Noise levels can be loud.

This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 40 hours per week. It is an on‑call after‑hours position.

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out‑of‑area travel may be expected.

This position is currently accepting applications.