Facilities and Maintenance Director

I.               POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Facilities and Maintenance Director

Reports to: Pastor and Parish Administrator

Receives work direction from: Parish Administrator, Pastor

Direct Supervision: Supervise Custodial Staff

FLSA: Exempt

Benefits: Yes

Hours: Full-Time 40 hours a week M-F and occasional evenings and weekends

Schedule: Year-round.

Salary Range: negotiable upon experience

II.            PURPOSE:

To provide preventative maintenance and upkeep maintenance to church buildings, equipment and mechanical operations. To provide or oversee room set-ups. To provide a clean, sanitary, safe and aesthetically pleasing environment at Church of St. Gerard Majella.

Statement on working for the Catholic Church: Employment in and by the Catholic Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees are held to a different and many times higher standard of conduct. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their personal behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the Archdiocese, such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal. This position does not require that the employee be a practicing Catholic. It is expected, however, that non-Catholic employees will respect Catholic doctrine and religious practices.

III.              RESPONSIBILITES:

1.     Provide Preventative Maintenance/Repairs and Project Management

1. Demonstrate dedication and commitment by taking initiative in maintenance projects and care in your workmanship.
2. Mowing Grass Weekly or as needed, Snow removal and salting as needed during the winter months. As well as other duties assigned.
3. Provide weekly inspections of and make timely repairs to church facilities, equipment and other property working with the Parish Administrator for major expenditures. These inspections include, but are not limited to
   1. HVAC systems
   2. Plumbing and water systems
   3. Electrical and lighting systems
4. Inform the Parish Administrator when repairs are needed by an outside contractor, or when equipment needs replacement.
5. Research vendors for appropriate project bids, be onsite for contracted work with vendors and companies.

2.     Assist with Room Set-Ups for Functions and Activities of the Parish

1. Oversee or perform the room set-ups for parish functions as required by parish staff and ministries.
2. Move, store, and set reset tables, chairs and equipment in a safe and timely

3.     Provide Custodian Care to the Parish Facilities

1. Work with the custodian in the regular cleaning of the This includes cleaning of the floors, bathrooms, gathering areas, windows, furniture, kitchens, hallways, offices, etc.
2. Organize and prioritize special cleaning projects according to the needs of the
3. Ensure that trash and recycling are removed from all areas of the facilities and pick up debris around buildings.
4. Ensure use of all equipment and chemicals is done in a safe
5. Order and store all necessary cleaning supplies and

4.     Collaborative Ministry

1. To be present and ready to work as needed to meet responsibilities in a timely manner, providing an example of punctuality and attendance, and generally ensuring facilities are safe, presentable and clean.
2. Meet with the Parish Administrator once a week for facilities update and to determine specific needs for upcoming events.
3. Schedule and attend Facilities Committee meetings once a month.
4. Attend certification programs and training as appropriate to the specifics of this position, or as requested by the Parish Administrator.
5. Be available for set-up and take down as well as be present the weekend of the parish Corn Fest in August.
6. Help create a productive environment where there is good communication and morale, harmony, and cooperative teamwork by developing and maintaining good communications with the employees, vendors, visitors, neighbors and parish

1.     Job Qualifications

1. Experience and knowledge in providing maintenance and repairs to similar facilities, equipment and mechanical operations.
2. Must be able to work independently to do high quality work and project management within allotted
3. Must be able to recruit, organize, and appreciate the work of
4. Possess knowledge of the safe use of
   1. cleaning materials and chemicals
   2. cleaning equipment, such as vacuums and floor scrubbers
   3. maintenance equipment and tools,
5. Ability to follow supervisor’s instructions, and to work independently on routine and regular assignments.
6. Ability to read and follow the written instructions of staff and parish

2.     Physical Qualifications

1. Work 40 hours a week with occasional evening and weekends.
2. Ability to move tables, chairs, equipment and supplies up to 40 pounds using good working techniques in lifting, pushing, pulling and other motions.
3. Ability to obtain help from another when a project or task appears to be too much for one person to handle on his/her own.

3.   Other Qualifications

1. Complete the Essential -3 (background check, Code of Conduct and Virtus Training)
2. View Insurance Videos per insurance
3. Pass a physical per Archdiocese guidelines if needed.
4. Applicants must possess and present
   1. valid driver’s license
5. Basic computer and email skills are required
6. Perform other duties as assigned

Please send resume to Maredith Toweh, Parish Administrator at churchadmin@st-gerard.org