Maintenance & Grounds Technician
Christian retreat ministry Meadowkirk at Delta Farm (www.meadowkirk.org) is seeking an experienced Maintenance & Grounds Technician to perform hands-on facilities and site maintenance across Meadowkirk's extensive ministry location, including: ongoing repairs, modifications and minor construction projects that typically involve carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work, in addition to landscaping activity and related equipment repairs and servicing.
Potential on-site housing. Full- or part-time hourly arrangements to be considered.
Meadowkirk is 358 acres of pastoral and wooded nature serving as a place of year-round retreat, respite and renewal for the many church groups, nonprofits, educational organizations, and others we serve. The campus includes more than 15 buildings and other structures/facilities spanning three centuries of site history.
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
· Take hands-on role in maintaining facilities, grounds, roadways, vehicles and equipment so that they are clean, safe, in good repair and can provide the highest level of safety, comfort and aesthetics for guests and staff
· Perform continual inspections of all facilities and grounds to help ensure good working order, identifying items in need of repair or modification, keeping interiors and exteriors in attractive appearance, and helping to prioritize repairs and other site work
· Take lead role in developing and implementing maintenance-related plans and schedules, providing regular progress updates to Executive Director and other team members
· Perform routine maintenance work based on a regularly updated preventative maintenance plan that includes Meadowkirk facilities, grounds, systems and equipment
· Prepare facilities and grounds for seasonal change
· Maintain a solid understanding of key Meadowkirk operating systems – including fire monitoring, alarms and suppression; HVAC; plumbing and septic (alternative and traditional); lighting and electric; commercial/residential kitchens and laundry facilities; IT; and elevator. Help troubleshoot problems and take timely action to repair and maintain them, and/or supervise service and repair providers
· Manage maintenance- and repair-related vendor relationships, helping to assess and engage vendor alternatives as necessary. Have ability to manage multiple service providers concurrently and effectively
· Assist in tracking maintenance-related expenses to help achieve Meadowkirk’s maintenance-related financial objectives; work with Executive Director and bookkeeping function to help ensure accurate billing, timely payments and accurate accounting against budgeted categories
· Wherever possible, prioritize in-house maintenance and repair solutions over engaging outside service providers
· Track and maintain proper inventory of maintenance-related equipment and supplies. Place timely orders for equipment and supplies, within budget and with proper approvals. Perform hands-on package/order receipt and distribution
· Help monitor maintenance team hourly/seasonal utilization to help ensure alignment with Meadowkirk budget; submit detailed timesheets and help to review and oversee timesheet submissions from other maintenance and grounds team members
· Assist Executive Director in preparing maintenance-related internal reporting; help in developing maintenance-related elements of Meadowkirk’s budgets and related documents
Grounds
· Help maintain grounds, trails and farm-to-table areas year round to help ensure Meadowkirk’s safe and effective operation and aesthetic appeal
· Assist in a variety of seasonal landscaping/hardscaping duties which may include participating in mowing, weed whacking and weed removal, mulching, bush hogging, hedge trimming, leaf clean up, snow plowing and shoveling, pressure washing, etc.
· Perform the safe operation of farm tractors and implements, ATVs, chainsaws, zero turn and push mowers, leaf blowers, weed whackers, pressure washers, rototillers, scissor lifts, and other equipment as needed
· Inspect trees, initiate thinning/trimming and/or supervise contracted tree maintenance and removal services as needed
· Maintain continual safe access (including both roads and trails) for guests, staff, utility companies and vendors; perform the periodic application of resurfacing millings/materials based on roadway conditions
Guest Retreat Support
· Assist with guest meeting and overnight space configurations (set ups and tear downs) per retreat bookings requirements and detailed Meadowkirk protocols, which typically include moving and arranging chairs, tables and other furniture; A/V equipment; bed frames and mattresses; and other items as assigned
· Make sure adequate supplies of firewood are available and arranged for guest group use (including chainsaw and splitting work)
· Perform (or oversee) the duties of Certified Pool Operator. Assist with pool cleaning, vacuuming and maintenance, maintaining pool system equipment and administering chemicals. Help ensure implementation of pool safety-related protocols (e.g., coordinating timely facility inspections and repairs, maintaining all required signage and ensuring adherence to facility access guidelines)
Safety and Compliance
· Coordinate and participate in periodic agency and vendor inspections; help ensure timely compliance with and proper filing of facilities and grounds-related certifications
· Help develop emergency procedures, updating them as needed. Develop and maintain contact with fire, police and emergency service departments. Follow all safety and emergency procedures
· Perform all safety checks as necessary, including replacing/servicing fire extinguishers, smoke/heat and gas detectors, and other alarm devices
· Track weather reports to help make timely response/contingency plans for guests and staff
· Monitor utilities for proper operation, utilize outside services as needed to ensure proper operation
· Maintain Meadowkirk vehicles in good operating condition. Repair as able or coordinate outside repair
· Keep maintenance shop and related areas orderly and clean
Other Requirements
· Maintain a strong focus on warm, welcoming and unobtrusive guest group service, personal dependability and team work, details and deadlines, personal/professional organization, proactive problem solving and overall excellence
· Follow all organizational policies and procedures. Finish tasks efficiently, on time and completely, with strong focus on cost management. Provide timely/routine updates to Executive Director and other team members
· Work collaboratively with Meadowkirk team to help support staff in ensuring a consistently premier guest experience
· Help train other maintenance and grounds staff as needed
· Help all staff maintain reasonable proficiency in key, basic maintenance-related protocols, requirements and best practices
· Help to serve diverse cultures and socio-economic groups so that guests are welcomed and included
· Participate in other related duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will be available to participate in a flexible work schedule involving mostly weekday and periodic weekend work. This schedule will generally be determined in advance based on Meadowkirk’s guest bookings and operating requirements, and also include on-call commitments and the ability to help the organization address urgent/emergent repair situations in a timely manner - to include reporting within a reasonable time after receiving notice to report
Position requires:
· Heavy lifting, climbing and work on ladders and/or elevated platforms
· Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend or kneel for extended periods of time
· Ability to work in a range of weather conditions which may include heat, cold, rain, snow, wind and other inclement weather
Candidates will be Christian team players actively engaged in living out their faith. Min. 3-5 years of relevant, hands-on experience in maintenance, repair and grounds activities with strong verifiable work references and strong verbal/written skills.
High school diploma, proof of U.S. citizenship and valid Virginia driver’s license required. Compensation commensurate with experience, and based on factors such as full-/part-time status and potential use of on-site housing. Satisfactory background check required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Maintenance: 3 years (Required)
- Groundskeeping: 2 years (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
