Facilities Assistant

Position Summary:

The Facilities Assistant supports the Facilities Lead in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, functionality, and overall readiness of all church-owned properties, including the worship and office locations. This role plays a hands-on part in ensuring the church spaces are welcoming, well-kept, and prepared to serve the needs of the congregation and ministries. The Facilities Assistant will assist with day-to-day maintenance, event setup, and general facility upkeep.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Facility Operations & Maintenance

• Assist with general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment.

• Support the Facilities Lead in responding to repair or service requests in a timely manner.

• Perform minor repairs, furniture moves, cleaning tasks, and seasonal maintenance duties.

• Help monitor the condition and functionality of systems (HVAC, lighting, fire safety, etc.).

• Maintain supply areas and assist with restocking janitorial and facility supplies.

2. Space Readiness & Event Support

• Help prepare worship spaces, classrooms, and meeting areas for services and events.

• Assist in setup and teardown for Sunday services and midweek events, including tables, chairs, A/V, signage, and staging.

• Ensure rooms are clean, organized, and arranged according to ministry needs.

• Support transitions between overlapping or back-to-back events.

• Assist in managing inventory of equipment, furniture, and consumables.

3. Safety & Security Support

• Assist with building opening/closing and activation of alarm systems when needed.

• Support the Facilities Lead in routine safety inspections and hazard identification.

• Follow church protocols related to building safety and emergency procedures.

4. Vendor & Logistics Assistance

• Support vendor coordination by facilitating access, escorting vendors on-site, and documenting service visits.

• Assist with tracking maintenance schedules and logging completed work.

5. Connect Sundays and Outreach Events

• Participate in event setup/teardown for church services, community events, and special functions.

• Support with logistics, equipment prep, and maintaining event supply inventory.

• Collaborate with various teams to help ensure smooth execution of church-wide events.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work weekends (Friday- Sunday) and occasional evenings as required for events.

• Previous experience in general maintenance, custodial work, or facilities support preferred.

• Basic understanding of facility systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) is a plus.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to serve with excellence.

• Ability to take direction, work independently, and as part of a team.

• Good communication skills and a positive, service-oriented attitude.

• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and performing manual tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with safety protocols and compliance requirements.

• Technical aptitude for A/V setup or facility tools/equipment.

• Experience working in a church or nonprofit setting.

Salary : $18 - $23