Australia: Maintenance Technician (Sydney)
Company
A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias
Location
Carlingford, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
7 days ago
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View More JobsAustralia: Maintenance Technician (Sydney)Australia (No Local)To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.Job DescriptionThe Area Operations and Maintenance Department is seeking to appoint a Maintenance Technician. This is a permanent full-time position in Carlingford, Sydney and the successful candidate will be required to work from this location. The position supports the NSW North Facility Management Group and reports to the Facilities Manager.ResponsibilitiesThe Maintenance Technician will help provide and maintain a range of facilities including meetinghouses, administration facilities, grounds, and mission quarters, which provide Church members places where they can worship, learn, pray, make, and renew sacred covenants.Specific duties include servicing, repairing or replacement of key facility systems, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, painting and plastering, carpentry, window, and door repairs, tiling, supporting technical issues and general handyperson duties. You may be required to travel within NSW.QualificationsHigh School graduate, plus: 1 year trade school, or 2 years facilities / property maintenance experienceA valid, current driver’s license (essential)A great attitude, attention to detail, and proven customer service skillsTechnical skills to support and troubleshoot meetinghouse technology and the ability to learn new applications.Experience in operating machinery, equipment, and a range of tools relevant to maintenance workHealth and safety experience especially with handling cleaning agents and chemicalsThe ability to lift and carry 10kg regularly, climb step ladders with ease and work at heightsHigh integrity and uses wise judgmentA commitment to ongoing education and development, both technically and professionallyA good command of the English languageProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) with the ability to quickly learn new applications. Skilled in basic network troubleshooting, and report submission.The applicants must have legal right to work in AustraliaA police background check may be required.Job Identification 373780 Job Category ST - Skilled Trades Posting Date 04/12/2026, 08:27 PM Locations 756 Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford, New South Wales, 2118, AU (No Local) Apply Before 05/09/2026, 10:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Regular or Temporary Regular Worker Type Employee Number of Openings 1 Anúncio/Mais informações Please note that this job posting may close at any time without prior notice. Find out more about the many benefits of Church Employment at https://careers.churchofjesuschrist.org. Similar Jobs
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