Church Facilities Lead: Campus & Grounds Steward

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including holidays and a

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Employer retirement contribution 6%

Preschool tuition discount

Job summary

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Naperville, IL is seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee building and grounds care, safety, and operations. This onsite role focuses on keeping worship spaces welcoming for worship, preschool families, and community events, while managing repairs, vendor contracts, and a facilities budget.

The incumbent will supervise staff and volunteers, coordinate with leadership, and ensure compliance with codes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years in building maintenance.
• Experience in church/nonprofit settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to repairs and emergencies, coordinate with vendors.
• Oversee maintenance, cleaning, and safety compliance.
• Manage proposals, contracts, and capital improvements.
• Coordinate facility use, scheduling, and access for staff and ministries.
• Supervise staff and volunteers; train and evaluate performance.
• Develop and monitor a facilities budget and asset inventory.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Vendor management

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Contract management

Job description

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Naperville, IL is seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee building and grounds care, safety, and operations. This onsite role focuses on keeping worship spaces welcoming for worship, preschool families, and community events, while managing repairs, vendor contracts, and a facilities budget.

The incumbent will supervise staff and volunteers, coordinate with leadership, and ensure compliance with codes and safety standards.