Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Grace Adventures Ministries is a religious organization that makes employment decisions on Bible based beliefs and practices. Because of the nature of our Christian program; Christian belief, character, and practice are essential requirements of employment positions. The Shack Christian Retreat and  Conference Center is a campus ministry of Grace Adventures Ministries.SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Fulfill the overall ministry of The Shack Christian Retreat and Conference Center and cast a vision to others. This position will lead the maintenance and grounds teams that demonstrate God honoring  excellence through their care of the sites, facilities, and grounds of the ministry.  This includes supervising and/or maintaining: construction, buildings, grounds, vehicle and equipment maintenance, snow removal, boats, roads and parking lots, septic and wells, and work requests. The position will supervise all staff in this area and be part of the leadership team at The Shack Christian Retreat and Conference Center.ASSUMPTIONS:Have the ability to work with people in a positive, servant-minded attitudeCoordinate approved maintenance projects with Shack Ministries Director Good Stewardship: management of utilities, equipment, and other resourcesResponsible for maintaining records on sites, facilities, vehicles and inventorySites and facilities are clean, safe and in proper repair; working with all staff to provide a safe environmentThis person must have general knowledge of all operating activities This position will be solution-focused and provide timely feedback for those we serve Ability to work and lead in a team based environment This position will  lead all seasonal, part-time, and full-time maintenance and grounds staffThis individual will be able to maximize their time for efficiencyAvailable to work variable shifts as needed to meet the needs of the organizationGENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The maintenance complex is in a clean, safe and functional manner at all times.  Acquisition and disbursement of maintenance inventoryPreventative care and repair of Shack vehicles, Tractors, mowers & other motorized equipment:  Keep records of maintenance and depreciation Schedule preventative maintenance Maintain and repair vehicles Responsible for boat maintenance/winterizationResponsible for upkeep of roads and parking lots on propertiesMonthly Inspections of the grounds and facilities; determine needs for repairs or renovationsResponsible for testing and maintaining well and maintenance for septic systems year roundUnderground water, sewer and electrical systems records up-to-dateSet up a file of maintenance and service manuals for the Shack, including, but not limited to, ground maps with water, electrical, sewer hookup and emergency shut-offs and floor plans for each buildingResponsible for meeting Federal, State, and local guidelines for all current and future buildings and staying current with those guidelines Maintain and schedule annual inspections of fire alarms/ fire suppression and fire extinguishersControl activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security etc.Maintain and carry cell phone communication during working hours and when on callMaintain neat and professional appearanceBe a full participant of the Shack leadership team in fulfilling the ministry planAll other duties as assigned RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS: A testimony and lifestyle that gives evidence of a true experience of salvation by grace in Jesus ChristAn attitude of excellence in workmanshipAt least 5 years' experience in a related fieldExperience/qualifications/certificates in most or all of the following: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, irrigation, grounds, engine repair (mechanic), carpentry  A caring and supportive attitude to the needs of staff, guests and goals of the organizationAn ability to recruit, plan, direct and supervise the energies of staff and volunteersSelf-disciplined and self-motivatedA desire to learn and develop new skills as well as the ability to try new thingsHave the physical ability to travel and implement various program  activities over a 141 acre campus. At times lifting and carrying is part of the job.Be flexible to change as the greater need of the organization and fulfillment of what the mission statement requires by performing any duties as assigned

Created: 2026-01-09