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Facility Steward

First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest

The Facility Steward is responsible for assisting in the facility and maintenance operations of the First Presbyterian Church. The church’s facilities include the Sanctuary, Office, Preschool, Parish House, Cottage and Herbert B. Anderson Legacy Manse. During the assigned hours, the Facility Steward provides vital support to all church activities throughout the year. The Facility Steward reports directly to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and is expected to work 20-30 hours weekly.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Complete tasks as assigned by the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and Director of Business Operations for the maintenance of the buildings and grounds to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness and appearance.

· Provides security when the church is open by assuring each outside door is unlocked or locked according to the daily schedule

· Provide support for activities throughout church calendar, clarify setup and special needs for rooms and meetings

· Provide support for the Annual Rummage Sales and Rummage throughout the year

· Provide for outside sidewalk and entrance snow removal as needed

· Monitor the church building temperatures and make necessary adjustments due to the season and church schedule

· Maintain the church equipment to ensure efficiency and upkeep in coordination with the custodial and facilities team

RELATIONSHIPS AND ACCOUNTABILITY

The Facility Steward reports directly to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor. It is expected that the Facility Steward will work as a member of the facility team and the overall staff team toward the effective and faithful ministry of the church.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS/CHARACTERISTICS

· High School Degree or Equivalent required

· Verbal and written English skills required

· Proficient in the use of hand tools, power hand tools and other equipment

· Demonstrates basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems

· Experience and demonstrated skills in painting, masonry and minor repairs

· Must be able to lift 50 pounds and climb step ladders up to 10 feet

· Basic computer skills for data entry and email are preferred

· Personality to amicably work with members of the church staff, congregation and visitors to the church

· Flexible with changing work schedules and reliable attendance with availability to work on Sunday evenings, one weekend a month and offer coverage for custodial staff absences.

First Presbyterian Church is seeking to fill this integral staff position immediately. Please send your cover letter and resume to be considered:

Jan McNicholas, Director of Business Operations

First Presbyterian Church of Lake Forest

700 N. Sheridan Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045

jobs@firstchurchlf.org

224.544.1965

ALL INFORMATION WILL BE HELD IN STRICT CONFIDENCE, REFERENCES REQUIRED

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lake Forest, IL 60045: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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