Maintenance Mechanic Staff

Grace Adventures; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Adventures Ministries is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician focused on vehicle upkeep to support our three Michigan campuses. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose repairs, and keep a medium fleet of buses, vans, trucks, cars, and golf carts in safe, reliable condition.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance schedules, documenting work, supervising volunteers, and assisting with seasonal changes and snow removal as needed.

Qualifications

• A depth of knowledge with diesel and gas engines, vehicle and golf cart mechanics, and small engine repair.
• A working knowledge in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, equipment operation, drywall, painting, grounds maintenance and irrigation.
• Knowledge of and desire to plan and execute preventive maintenance.
• Ability to plan for and direct volunteers and staff.

Responsibilities

• The primary role of this position is to plan and perform preventive maintenance and repairs over a wide variety of facilities, grounds, and equipment on the campuses of Grace Adventures Ministries.
• Documentation of service and repairs performed on sites, facilities, and equipment
• Coordinate and lead projects approved by supervisor
• Keep supervisor informed about your areas of responsibility
• Scheduling and implementation of seasonal changeovers
• Work requests –processed in a timely fashion
• Coordinate with the Program Department to meet the needs of activities sites and grounds
• Assist with snow removal for the Mears campuses as directed
• Keep interior and exterior of buildings in good condition, including preventive maintenance
• Assist in other areas as directed by supervisor
• Responsible to complete a personal inventory sheet annually
• Responsible to recruit, coordinate, and oversee volunteers and work groups as assigned by supervisor
• Will work a varying schedule that will include some weekends as well as be part of the Maintenance On Call schedule outside of normal working hours.
• Assist in keeping the maintenance complex clean, safe, and in an organized condition

Skills

Diesel & gas engines

Vehicle & golf cart mechanics

Small engine repair

Preventive maintenance planning

Volunteer management

Teamwork

Service-minded attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

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.

Summary Of Position:

To fulfill the overall ministry of Grace Adventures Ministries and cast vision to others. This position will be part of the Facilities and Maintenance Team that demonstrates world-class excellence through their care of the campuses of the ministry. This is done by maintaining all facilities and equipment of our different campuses. The focus of this position is vehicle maintenance and maintaining a medium fleet of buses, vans, trucks, cars, and golf carts. It also focuses on small engine equipment such as lawn mowers and chain saws.

Assumptions:

• Have the ability to work with people in a positive, servant-minded attitude


• Good Stewardship: management of utilities, equipment, and other resources


• Sites and facilities are clean, safe and in proper repair; working with all staff to provide a safe environment


• This position will be solution-focused and provide timely feedback for those we serve


• Ability to work in a team based environment


• This individual will be able to maximize their time for efficiency


• Available to work variable shifts as needed to meet the needs of the organization

General Responsibilities:

• The primary role of this position is to plan and perform preventive maintenance and repairs over a wide variety of facilities, grounds, and equipment on the campuses of Grace Adventures Ministries.


• Documentation of service and repairs performed on sites, facilities, and equipment


• Coordinate and lead projects approved by supervisor


• Keep supervisor informed about your areas of responsibility


• Scheduling and implementation of seasonal changeovers


• Work requests –processed in a timely fashion


• Coordinate with the Program Department to meet the needs of activities sites and grounds


• Assist with snow removal for the Mears campuses as directed


• Keep interior and exterior of buildings in good condition, including preventive maintenance


• Assist in other areas as directed by supervisor


• Responsible to complete a personal inventory sheet annually


• Responsible to recruit, coordinate, and oversee volunteers and work groups as assigned by supervisor


• Will work a varying schedule that will include some weekends as well as be part of the Maintenance On Call schedule outside of normal working hours.


• Assist in keeping the maintenance complex clean, safe, and in an organized condition

Requirements

Skills:

• A depth of knowledgewith diesel and gas engines, vehicle and golf cart mechanics, and small engine repair


• A working knowledge in the following areas is a plus: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, equipment operation, drywall, painting, grounds maintenance and irrigation.


• Knowledge of and desire to plan and execute preventive maintenance


• Ability to plan for and direct volunteers and staff

Qualifications:

• A testimony and lifestyle that gives evidence of a true experience of salvation by grace in Jesus Christ


• High school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years experience in related field(s)


• An attitude of excellence in workmanship


• A supportive attitude to the needs of staff, guests, and goals of the organization


• A desire to learn and develop new skills and knowledge.


• Be flexible to change as the greater need of the ministry and fulfillment of the mission statement requires


• Have physical ability to travel and implement various physical work related activities over 378 acres encompassing 3 separate campuses in Mears and an additional 141 acre campus near White Cloud, MI. At times lifting and carrying is part of the job.


• Maintain a valid driver's license and travel as needed