Maintenance Technician – Full Time (Cape Verde)

About the role

The Maintenance Technician provides senior‑level support for a wide range of building systems and equipment in a church facility in Praia, Cape Verde. Working independently with minimal supervision, you will perform both corrective and preventive maintenance across multiple trades to ensure continuous operation of the premises.

Key responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance in at least three skilled areas such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical installations, machine servicing, or vehicle servicing.
• Execute corrective work orders from Salesforce according to service level agreements and conduct scheduled preventive maintenance to avoid system failures.
• Inspect core building systems, estimate time and material costs, and order supplies as needed.
• Utilize Corrigo and church time‑entry software to track work orders, manage inventory, and document activities.
• Operate a fleet vehicle, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with external contractors when required.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a combination of the listed trades or equivalent post‑secondary education/certifications.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures, ability to read technical manuals, and a valid driver’s license.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively with small groups.

Required skills

• Plumbing, carpentry, painting/plastering, electrical repairs and installations.
• Machine servicing, HVAC maintenance (where applicable), and vehicle servicing.
• Use of hand tools, industrial cleaning chemicals, and basic computer applications (MS Office, Salesforce, Corrigo).