Job Description

Job Description: Facilities Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Supervises: Seasonal maintenance, groundskeeping staff, and volunteer work groups.

Position Summary

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the overall maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all

buildings, grounds, and equipment. This is a full-time, on-site position that includes housing.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a

commitment to serving God through their work. They must possess a wide range of practical

skills to handle various maintenance tasks and the leadership ability to manage staff and

volunteers effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Spiritual and Leadership:
• Pursuing a personal relationship with the Lord
• Using Godly discernment in all decision-making and interactions.
• Lead and manage hired contractors, seasonal staff and volunteer groups by fostering a Christ-centered work environment that brings glory and honor to God.
• Facilities and Grounds Management:
• Oversee all aspects of property maintenance, including but not limited to,plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and mechanical repairs.
• Manage and execute a preventative maintenance schedule for all buildings and equipment to ensure operational readiness year-round.
• Manage and maintain the grounds, including landscaping, tree care, and snow removal as required.
• Winterize and spring-prepare all camp buildings, grounds, and equipment annually.
• Ensure that buildings and safety equipment is maintained at a level compliant with the Department of Health and NYS Code Enforcement regulations.
• Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance:
• Perform routine and emergency repairs on a variety of equipment and vehicles,including boats, gasoline/diesel engines, and electric motors.
• Awareness on when to complete tasks “in-house” vs. when to outsource.
• Operate heavy and small equipment such as tractors, forklifts, chainsaws, and mowers safely and effectively.
• Administrative and Financial:
• Manage the facilities budget, ensuring all spending on supplies, equipment, and contracted services remains within pre-determined financial limits.
• Coordinate and follow-up with external vendors for maintenance and repair projects which require specialized skills and/or equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and supply inventories.

Seasonal Expectations

• Winter Season (Labor Day to Memorial Day):
• During this season, the primary focus is on serving retreat groups. These groups tend to be held over the weekends.
• The Facilities Manager would assist in this focus by providing equipment set-up and takedown, being available for repairs as needed, proactively maintaining the grounds.
• Often requires on-call availability for snow removal and emergency repairs. The work week often allows for a more flexible schedule based around snow removal hours.
• Summer Season (Memorial Day to Labor Day):
• During this season, the primary focus of Delta Lake is on hosting and supporting family, children's, and Haven camps. These groups tend to be held from Sunday to Friday.
• Throughout the week expectations are in assisting camp leaders with equipment set-up and takedown, being available for repairs as needed, and proactively maintaining the grounds.
• During this season, the Facilities Manager will manage a team of seasonal staff.

Qualifications

• Experience:
• Proven experience in a facilities maintenance or management role, with a strong background in general contracting and a variety of repair disciplines (plumbing, electrical, carpentry).
• Experience operating and maintaining a range of equipment, including heavy machinery (e.g., tractor, snow plow, boom lift) and small engines (e.g., chainsaw, lawn mower).
• Skills:
• Proficiency in basic maintenance of various engines and hydraulic systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to effectively manage multiple projects and schedules.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate self driven punctuality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for managing staff, volunteers,and vendors.
• Knowledge of basic audio and visual equipment or the willingness to learn.
• General Requirements:
• Willingness to work flexible and sometimes demanding hours, including nights and weekends for emergencies or snow removal.
• Alignment with the Christian mission and values of the camp and of the Christian and Missionary Alliance.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects as required by the job.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.