Facilities Maintenance Specialist

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Facilities Maintenance Specialist Job Description: 

Facilities Team Purpose Statement:

To create a safe, efficient, and exemplary environment, offering Grace and Forge’s best for every opportunity.

Facilities Maintenance Specialist Purpose Statement:

To perform routine and extensive range of work in the repair and general maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment under general supervision. Will execute work within established procedures and processes.

Responsibilities:

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  Perform repair or general maintenance work of facilities, buildings, grounds, and equipment at various sites including electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and painting tasks.


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  Responsible for all set-ups and tear-downs for ministry meetings, events, etc. (Calendar of events will dictate this schedule) (also part of Custodians job)


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  Snow removal: available to plow lots/sidewalks as needed, apply ice melt and shovel walks and stairs as needed on an on-call basis - public sidewalk needs to be cleared 4 hours after snow stops.


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  Report mechanical malfunctions to Facilities Manager


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  Moving and assisting in transportation of furniture and equipment. - (Schedule will come from Facilities Manager depending upon requests)


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  Performs monthly check of emergency lights throughout the worship center building – To be done the 1st of every month


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  Blow out building fire sprinklers – To be done the 1st of every month


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  Checking and replacing burnt out light bulbs - interior and exterior


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  Servicing kitchen: keep appliances in good working order, replacing filters as needed. (ice machine cleaned every 3 months, filters changed every 6 months)


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  Service emergency equipment (i.e. AED units)


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  Monitor building climate and unit functions


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  Checking and replacing furnace and A/C unit filters on a monthly basis


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  Maintain and service all church vehicles, keep track of service needs, condition of vehicles (wipers, lights etc...)


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  Straighten auditorium chairs – weekly, between weekend services, special events (this could be several times per week depending on the events in the Calendar)


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  Mows lawn, trims, maintains all grass areas – Weekly (minimum – some weeks may require more often)


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  Maintain and repair lawn and snow equipment.


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  Repairs/maintains sprinkler system, keeping it functioning properly, spring start up, fall shut down and winterizing system


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  Keep the grounds looking good and safe at all times


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  Trim trees, bushes – Fall primarily but keep trimmed all summer long.


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  Respond to emails, texts and phone calls promptly within 30 minutes


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  Watch for unauthorized cars in the parking lot


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  Answer security, fire and elevator alarms


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  Alarm Coverage: on-call for alarm response


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  Participates in building coverage on weekend rotation


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  Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities, it is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Measurable Goals:

• Productivity – are tasks being completed


• Work quality – check completed tasks for quality


• Knowledge – always looking how to increase knowledge (educational course or resources)


• Efficiency – time it takes to complete tasks – staying on track


• Problem-solving – utilize tools given (training, manuals, etc.)


• Time Management – complete tasks on a timely basis

Position Requirements:

• Knowledgeable in areas of building maintenance, grounds keeping, janitorial products, plumbing, HVAC, other building systems, etc.


• Strong financial, budgeting, and project management skills.


• Keen attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities.


• Proficiency with repair tools and techniques.


• Great time management, organization and prioritization.
  
  
  
  • Ability to prioritize jobs and work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
  
  
  
  


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to speak with all levels of staff, volunteers, guests, vendors, and agencies.


• Mechanically inclined; able to operate standard maintenance and grounds keeping equipment and tools.


• General proficiency with church software: Grace Connect
  
  
  
  • Training will be provided, as needed.
  
  
  
  


• Physically able to walk, stand, climb stairs, lift up to 40 pounds, and work outdoors for prolonged periods of time.


• Available to work weekends and extended hours during the week.


• Must agree with and represent Grace Church’s Statement of Faith, mission, and vision.
  

Staff Requirements:

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  Be present for all Staff Meetings, unless sick or on vacation.
  
  
  
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    Typically held 1-2x/month on the same day/time so that you can plan accordingly.
  
  
  
  


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  Attend at least one weekend service every week. If you are unable to attend in person, watch online before returning to the office.
  
  
  
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    This will ensure that you are always aware of the vision and direction of the Lead Pastor and the Leadership Team.
  
  
  
  


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  Work “All Staff Required” or “All Staff Serving” services and events.
  
  
  
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    These usually fall on weekends such as Christmas, Easter, baptism services, and a spiritual campaign launch and/or celebration. While these are the typical services required, there may be more, which will be communicated with ample time to plan ahead.
    
    
    
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      All Staff Required Weekend – staff must be available to work all services during the weekend.
    
    
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      All Staff Serving Weekend– staff must be available to work at least one service during the weekend.
    
    
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      All Staff Required Event – staff must be available for the entirety of the event.
    
    
    
    
  
  
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    Volunteer for a ministry outside of your paid staff position.
    
    
    
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      Just as we ask every member of Grace to serve faithfully while also having a job, we must keep that standard as a staff. You may choose where to volunteer at your leisure and serve alongside your family/friends.
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

Facilities Team Members:

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  Facilities Manager / Team Lead


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  Facilities Coordinator / Team Lead


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  Custodian


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  Custodian Assistant

Reports to:

Facilities Team Lead

Grace Church Mission Statement & Motto:

Hope for everyone and a home for anyone | Love. No matter what.

The Five Purposes:

Glorify God

Relate to everyone

Act like Jesus

Care for others

Express God’s love.

Hours Required:

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  40 hours and on-call rotation


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  On call 24/7

This position is: *

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Contractor

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Intern