Facilities Director

Job Description

Facilities Director

OVERVIEW                                                                  

The Facilities Director is responsible for the overall use and care of church-owned buildings, properties, and equipment, ensuring that the facilities and equipment are preserved in good condition, safe, and well-functioning.

Department: Facilities

Type: Regular; Full-Time; Salaried

Status: This position is classified as non-exempt in accordance with Washington state regulations

Schedule: Varies; includes evening and weekend responsibilities

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

·     Oversee the operation and maintenance of the church building, property, and grounds as well as other church-owned buildings.

·     Schedule and manage a team of custodial/maintenance employees and direct their daily activities.

·     Work with the Security Team to provide a safe environment one Sundays and throughout each week.

·     Coordinate with the ministry and support staff to ensure that ministry teams and outside groups who rent the facilities have access to the spaces and equipment they need.

·     Responsible for oversight of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems, handling minor tasks such as replacing filters, cleaning condenser coils, replacing thermostats, repairing leaky pipes, replacing lights or ballasts, installing switches or outlets, etc. as capable.

·     Responsible to develop scopes of work, solicit bids, select quality contractors, maintain contracts, and manage the work of outside plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, and other specialized professionals as needed for routine maintenance and to diagnose and repair more significant problems.

·     Develop and implement maintenance and repair schedules for major systems and arrange for required inspections of elevator, fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and similar systems, providing appropriate maintenance and repair as required.

·     Provide general oversight of landscaping, capital improvement projects, remodels, and equipment installations provided through outside contractors and vendors.

·     Communicate with church staff or volunteers as needed regarding necessary projects and repairs, scheduled maintenance, or other ongoing facility issues.

·     Assist with annual budget preparation, purchase facility supplies, approve bill payments, and monitor monthly income and expenses for building and grounds categories, reducing operational costs as able through efficiency and additional cost saving measures.

·     Ensure all church-owned equipment is maintained and in good working order, recommending replacement or repair as needed.

·     Distribute campus CyberKeys and physical keys, maintaining appropriate record-keeping of access.

·     Maintain & store operating manuals as well as facility records, drawings, and maps.

·     Purchase and maintain the inventory of all custodial supplies, staying within budget limits.

·     Ensure a safe working environment that is compliant with governmental regulations.

·     Respond to emergencies and escalate to supervisory staff as appropriate; be “on-call” as the second point of contact for after-hours emergencies.

·     Relate to tother staff, the church family, and the public in a manner that honors and represents Christ well.

·     Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

·     Requires three or more years of facility maintenance and management experience, or equivalent education and project management experience.

·     Possess strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

·     Possess skills in building maintenance, such as an ability to perform basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry tasks with knowledge of the various systems that affect a building’s operation. Trade certifications are helpful but not required.

·     Requires frequent walking, standing, and lifting of up to 40 lbs.

·     Need to be a team player, possess a flexible, can-do attitude, and be a positive source of motivation, direction, and encouragement for other team members.

·     Possess appropriate, basic computer skills.

·     Embrace the church’s vision, direction, strategies, and approach to ministry and unreservedly hold to the church’s statement of beliefs.

·     Be a member of Grace Community Church or become a member within six months of employment.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable to: Executive Pastor

Accountable with: Other Directors

Accountable for: Custodial staff; Security team; facility-related independent contractors

The compensation range for this position as of 9/1/2024 is $26.44 to $38.08 per hour. Because determination of beginning compensation is based on level of training and years of experience, new applicants should not expect to be offered compensation in the higher ranges of this scale. Benefits offered include vacation, sick, and bereavement leave; medical, dental, and vision coverage (with the church paying 90% of the premium); and matching of up to 5% of any amount contributed by the employee in the church’s 503(b) retirement plan.