Facilities Director

Lakeside Church Facilities Director Job Description Position Title: Facilities Director Team/Ministry Area: Operations & Administration Reports To: Executive Pastor Position Type: Full-time Purpose Statement The Facilities Director cares for the buildings and property of Lakeside Church at Lake Oconee, ensuring the campus is clean, safe, well-maintained, and ready for worship and ministry every week. This role is a ministry of hospitality and stewardship — a well-kept facility removes distractions, welcomes guests, and protects what God has entrusted to the church, supporting Lakeside's mission of helping people move from where they are to where God wants them to be. Key Responsibilities Cleaning and Weekly Readiness Complete a thorough weekly cleaning of the building, including worship center, classrooms, offices, hallways, kitchen, and restrooms.Maintain daily upkeep between cleanings — restrooms, high-traffic entries, kitchen, and common areas — so the campus stays presentable throughout the week.Ensure the building is fully prepared and inspected before each Sunday and before scheduled events.Stock and maintain restroom, kitchen, and cleaning supplies; track inventory and reorder as needed.Manage trash collection throughout the week and following events.Schedule or carry out periodic deep-cleaning tasks such as carpet care, floor maintenance, window cleaning, and pressure washing on a scheduled rotation. Facility Maintenance Perform routine repairs and upkeep, including light bulb and HVAC filter replacement, minor plumbing and electrical fixes, door hardware, paint touch-ups, and general repairs.Handle personally what can reasonably be handled in-house, and arrange qualified help for work that falls outside the scope of what one person can safely or skillfully do. Knowing when to call someone is as much a part of this role as doing the work.Build and maintain a preventive maintenance calendar covering HVAC service, roof and gutter inspection, pest control, fire extinguisher and alarm inspections, backflow testing, and other recurring needs.Identify work that requires a licensed or specialized contractor; obtain bids, schedule the work, be present for service calls, and confirm the job is completed properly and to standard.Maintain an ongoing log of repairs, service history, equipment manuals, and warranty coverage, including warranties on newer construction.Respond to urgent facility issues (water leaks, HVAC failure, storm damage, power loss, fire alarms, etc.) and coordinate the appropriate response.Develop and maintain a multi-year plan for replacement and refresh of major systems, equipment, furnishings, and finishes.Recommend improvements that extend the life of the facility or reduce ongoing operating cost. Grounds and Exterior Mow, trim, and edge the lawn around the building on a regular schedule during the growing season.Maintain landscaping beds, mulch, shrubs, trees, and irrigation, scheduling outside help for larger jobs such as tree work as needed.Keep sidewalks, entrances, and the parking lot clean, clear, and safe; monitor exterior lighting, signage, and striping.Maintain the church's mowers, tools, and small equipment in safe working order, including seasonal service and storage. Event and Ministry Support Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and room configurations for weekend services, ministry events, and outside facility usage.Coordinate with the Administrative Assistant and ministry leaders through the church calendar so facility needs are known well in advance.Oversee facility use by outside groups — walk-throughs, access, setup expectations, and post-event inspection.Provide hands-on support for church-wide events and seasonal programming. Safety, Access, and Stewardship Open, secure, and lock the building as scheduled; manage keys, door codes, and access records.Monitor safety systems and equipment, including fire extinguishers, emergency exits, AED, and emergency lighting; support the church safety and security team as needed.Manage the facilities budget, obtain competitive bids for significant work, and submit invoices, receipts, and vendor documentation to the Bookkeeper.Recruit, train, and lead volunteers for workdays and recurring service opportunities; supervise part-time custodial or maintenance help as the church adds it.Attend weekly staff meetings and support general operations as needed. Key Relationships Executive Pastor: Provides oversight, priorities, and budget approval.Administrative Assistant: Coordinates the church calendar, facility usage requests, and scheduling.Bookkeeper: Submits invoices, receipts, vendor documentation, and W-9s for contractors.Ministry Leaders and Staff: Receives and prioritizes facility and setup requests.Vendors and Contractors: Schedules service, obtains bids, and oversees work performed on campus.Volunteers and Part-Time Help: Leads workdays and directs recurring facility service. Skills And Competencies Technical: Practical skill in general building maintenance, basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC troubleshooting; safe operation of lawn equipment and hand and power tools.Judgment: Sound sense of what can be done in-house and what should be handed to a professional, and the discipline to ask rather than improvise on work beyond their training.Administrative: Ability to build and follow a maintenance schedule, keep records, manage a budget, and hold vendors accountable to scope and price.Relational: Professional and approachable with staff, members, vendors, and guests; responsive communication.Personal: Self-motivated and dependable with strong attention to detail; able to work independently, set priorities, and anticipate needs without being asked.Physical: Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and perform physical work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Spiritual And Personal Qualifications Mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.Agreement with Lakeside Church at Lake Oconee's mission, vision, values, and doctrine.Demonstrated reliability, integrity, and trustworthiness with keys, access, and church resources.Prior facilities, maintenance, groundskeeping, or trades experience preferred.Willingness to serve with a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency calls.Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check.Active participant in the life and community of Lakeside Church. Success Measures (12–18 months) The building is consistently clean and fully ready for worship every Sunday, with positive feedback from staff, members, and guests.Grounds are mowed and maintained on a regular schedule and the campus presents well year-round.A written preventive maintenance calendar is in place and being followed, with service history documented for all major systems.Repair requests are acknowledged promptly and either completed or scheduled with a contractor without extended delay.Vendor work is competitively bid, well-coordinated, and completed to standard.The facilities budget is managed responsibly and within approved limits, with clear documentation provided to the Bookkeeper.Event setups are completed accurately and on time with no disruption to ministry.A multi-year facility replacement and improvement plan is drafted and reviewed with the Executive Pastor.