St. Rita Catholic Church and School

Alexandria, VA

Job ID#:

13750173747

Posted:

February 21, 2026

Expires:

April 22, 2026

Category:

Maintenance/Trades

Terms:

Full-Time Employee

Experience:

2-5 Years

Education:

Undergraduate Degree

Base Pay:

Salary

Send applications or inquiries to: cchriste@arlingtondiocese.org

Job Description

The Facilities Manager (FM) for St. Rita Catholic Church and School is an integral part of the mission of the parish and school, both of which must be accessible, clean, safe, and organized in order to facilitate the handing on of the Gospel. The FM is responsible for working with the Pastor, the Principal, and other parish and school staff to identify, carry out, and/or coordinate maintenance, repair, and cleaning of the buildings and grounds of the parish and school in conjunction with the small maintenance staff who report to him.

The FM serves as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church, supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the parish, the school, and the Diocese of Arlington, maintains confidentiality regarding school matters, and supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the parish and school.

Description of Duties:

Collaborates with Pastor and Principal to prioritize repair and maintenance
Manages duties and schedules of maintenance team
Performs preventative maintenance on parish/school buildings, equipment, filters, and lighting, etc., in conjunction with outside contractors
Conducts minor repairs, to include plumbing, electrical, drywall, etc.
Coordinates with and schedules outside contractors for larger repairs and maintenance
Assists with school student drop-off and pickup
Ensures security of premises (locks and gates)
Assists with setup and cleanup of school assemblies and other school/parish functions
Maintains an organized workspace and an inventory of facility equipment
Conducts emergency clean ups and repairs as needed
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Other duties as assigned

Send applications or inquiries to: cchriste@arlingtondiocese.org

About the Employer

St. Rita Catholic Church is a small, vibrant, traditionally-minded Catholic parish in Alexandria, VA with about 1200 families. Our school is a Diocesan Catholic school in the Classical tradition whose mission is to teach students to serve God and others while always seeking the good, the true, and the beautiful.

St. Rita Catholic Church and School

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