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OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

: The Facilities Manager oversees the maintenance, safety, security, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance of the entire campus, including the church, parish center/preschool, rectory, and grounds. This role combines hands-on facility maintenance with supervisory responsibilities to ensure a welcoming, well-maintained environment for worship, education, parish events, and daily operations. The Facilities Manager takes a proactive approach to identifying and addressing facility needs, coordinating repairs, maintaining records, and ensuring the campus remains functional, safe, and attractive at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITIES

: Physical Plant Operations

• Performs routine building maintenance such as changing light bulbs, replacing filters, and minor repairs as needed, such as fixing leaky faucets and repairing and painting damaged walls and floors
• Monitors and reports major maintenance or repair needs
• Acts as a first responder for building and grounds emergencies (e.g., plumbing or roof leaks, power outages, inclement weather situations, security issues) and executes prompt mitigation
• Ensures proper functions of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and fire/security systems
• Maintains the security of church buildings and preschool, including locking and unlocking doors and setting security systems
• Coordinates and supervises outside contractors for non-routine maintenance and repairs outside the scope of this position, such as plumbing, electrical, and groundskeeping (lawncare and snow removal)
• Monitors the Parish's inventory of tools and supplies and coordinates the ordering of additional supplies as needed
• Keeps accurate records of all maintenance and repairs carried out on campus, as well as reporting any incidents or accidents that occur
• Ensures that all safety regulations are followed, including the annual fire inspections.as well as all necessary regulatory documents, such as permits, licenses, and insurance reports so they are up to date and in compliance with local laws and regulations
• Coordinates the renovations of existing buildings Cleanliness of Buildings and Grounds
• Supervises the Preschool/Church Center custodian so that the sweeping, mopping, polishing and vacuuming of floors, and the cleaning of restrooms, the Parish Center kitchen, hall, stage, offices and all common areas are ready for daily exercises
• Hands on custodial work in the church, including sweeping, mopping, polishing and vacuuming floors and the cleaning of restrooms and the rooms in the Conservatory (undercroft
• Emptying trash and recycling receptacles
• Dusting and cleaning of surfaces in the church or supervising volunteers Event Preparation
• Supervising the setting up and storing of tables, chairs, and other equipment for church services in the parish Center, events, and meetings
• Ensure that the Parish Center and other spaces are prepared and cleaned before and after use
• Supervise the preparation for special added services at Christmas, Easter, weddings, funerals and concerts Grounds Maintenance
• Supervise and oversee the landscaping of the campus, including mowing the lawns, trimming hedges, removal of dead or diseased trees, and maintaining flower beds and shrubs by the outside contractors and volunteers
• Ensure the excellent overall appearance of the campus
• Arrange for and ensure snow removal and ice from the sidewalks, stairs, parking areas by the outside contractor

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

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• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; additional certifications in facilities management or related trades preferred
• Proven experience in a supervisory role with facilities management experience
• Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks
• Ability to stay focused and pay attention to the details each job entails
• Possesses the necessary physical and mental stamina to perform hands on work, including bending, squatting, and the ability to lift and move heavy objects
• Respectful of the Church's religious practices

Flexibility:

church events often occur outside of regular business hours, so flexibility in scheduling is essential

• Strong knowledge of safe chemical handling and commercial cleaning equipment (for example, buffers and wet/dry vacuums)
• The ability to use a professional, customer-service-oriented demeanor with parishioners and guests
• Excellent conflict-resolution skills
• The ability to work with the pastoral team and lay volunteers
• Adhere to the

U.S.C.C.B.

Charter for Safe Environments Policy for Virtus compliance and adhere to the civil laws and reporting procedures

Pay:

$1.00 - $2.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person