Facilities Manager

OUR SAVIOURS LUTHERAN CHURCH; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

OUR SAVIOURS LUTHERAN CHURCH in Illinois seeks a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance, security, and daily operations of church buildings and grounds. You will ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for worship, programs, and community events.

Responsibilities include supervising custodial staff, coordinating with vendors, managing bids and contracts, scheduling room setups, and maintaining records for fire codes and inspections.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of facility maintenance experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or comparable experience.
• Knowledge of facility maintenance, equipment, and procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb stairs or ladders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Adherence to OSHA standards regarding cleaning and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care of the building and grounds to keep them safe and welcoming.
• Walk the facility to ensure safety and cleanliness; coordinate snow removal.
• Set up rooms and schedule volunteers when needed.
• Coordinate with vendors, obtain bids, negotiate contracts, and manage maintenance projects.
• Direct janitorial/cleaning; ensure compliance with fire codes and licensure.
• Serve as first point of contact for off-hours emergencies.
• Document maintenance concerns and coordinate resolutions.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Interpersonal communication

Lifting 50 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description

The Mission of OSLC is to be a loving community where all people discover and grow an active faith in Jesus Christ that changes lives in the world.

Purpose of Facilities Manager:

Oversee the maintenance, security, and daily operations of church buildings and grounds to provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee care of the building & property, ensuring grounds are clean, well maintained, and secure
  • Routinely walk the facility and grounds to ensure facilities are in a safe, well maintained, and clean condition
  • Coordinate snow removal during winter months
• Oversee set up of rooms, and schedule volunteers for times when unable to do so personally
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure that equipment is maintained and functional:
  • Research and obtain bids
  • Negotiate contracts in accordance with OSLC’s governing documents
  • Schedule meetings with vendors
  • Ensure projects are completed in a timely manner
  • Follow up on issues, contract renewals, etc.
• Direct janitorial/cleaning of the building
• Ensure compliance with all fire codes and licensure requirements through scheduling of assessments and maintaining records on equipment and repairs
• Receive calls as the first point of contact for off-hour emergencies
• Implement a system to document and resolve all maintenance & property concerns from staff, members, and vendors

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of facility maintenance experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or comparable experience
• Knowledge of facility maintenance, equipment, and procedures
• Familiarity with business procedures including researching and obtaining bids
• Possess good judgment and strong interpersonal & communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Adherence to OSHA standards regarding cleaning & maintenance

Proficiency or Familiarity With:

• Microsoft Word
• Google products
• Emergency First Aid/CPR certified or ability to be certified

Working Relationships:

• Reports to Lead Pastor
• Liaison to Property Team, Landscape Team, Emergency Response Team, and regular property volunteers

Compensation & Benefits

• $25-$30 per hour depending on experience
• PTO & Paid Holidays