Church Facility & Grounds Steward—Volunteer Leader

Pillar Ministries; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday, PTO, sick leave

Retirement plan

Optional voluntary benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Pillar Ministries in Somerset, NJ is seeking a Facility Maintenance professional for full-time, hourly work. The role focuses on keeping our campus safe, clean, and well-maintained, while actively recruiting and guiding volunteers for ministry activities.

Responsibilities include grounds care, equipment upkeep, and supporting staff during events. A flexible schedule including nights/weekends is required; prior experience in maintenance and carpentry is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in commercial maintenance or similar role.
• Knowledge of floor and carpet maintenance, sanitation, waste disposal, restocking.
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to communicate facility needs to staff clearly.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds and perform building/grounds duties.
• Duties include painting, basic carpentry and equipment upkeep.
• Comfortable standing, walking, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Safe operation of ladders or platforms up to 20 feet.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment, release and reward volunteers to use their facility to make a difference.
• The primary responsibilities of this position are to maintain the operational readiness and cleanliness of ZCC facilities and provide support to the staff and team members.
• Ensure the campus and all buildings are safe, clean, visually appealing, and properly maintained both inside and out.
• Maintain attractive grounds by caring for flowerbeds, clearing snow from sidewalks, coordinating parking area snow removal, and performing routine outdoor maintenance duties.
• Consistent and punctual attendance during scheduled work hours.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues on a variety of equipment including plumbing, electrical, HVAC and life safety systems.
• Set up and break down areas for classes, meetings and events.
• Lock and unlock buildings and rooms as needed to support operations and ensure a secure environment.
• Other work as assigned by the Executive Pastor, Facility Maintenance Lead or designee.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Commercial cleaning knowledge

Team communication

Lifting 50+ pounds

On-call availability

General carpentry/painting

Job description

Pillar Ministries in Somerset, NJ is seeking a Facility Maintenance professional for full-time, hourly work. The role focuses on keeping our campus safe, clean, and well-maintained, while actively recruiting and guiding volunteers for ministry activities.

Responsibilities include grounds care, equipment upkeep, and supporting staff during events. A flexible schedule including nights/weekends is required; prior experience in maintenance and carpentry is preferred.