Maintenance Manager

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus buildings and grounds to a high standard through preventive maintenance and timely repairs (painting, carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical troubleshooting, minor HVAC and mechanical tasks).
• Manage and develop the maintenance side of the CMMS: build asset lists, preventive maintenance schedules, work order intake, prioritization, documentation, and reporting.
• Ensure campus readiness for weekend services and events, including rapid response to urgent facility issues during operating hours.
• Support safety and compliance: routine inspections, hazard mitigation, basic safety practices, and coordination of required inspections (fire life safety and other systems as applicable).
• Maintain and inspect the vehicle fleet, including maintenance scheduling, cleanliness standards, and documentation.
• Lead and develop a maintenance team (staff and volunteers), assigning tasks and ensuring work is completed well and on time.
• Perform opening and closing procedures as assigned, including building security checks and system status verification.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and tools; keep work areas organized and safe.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Operations.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of maintenance or facilities experience (commercial, church, school, or similar environment).
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and complete repairs in carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical troubleshooting, and general mechanical systems.
• Comfortable using a CMMS and common office tools (Microsoft 365).
• Ability and willingness to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong organization and follow through with the ability to manage multiple projects, document work, and meet deadlines.
• Clear communicator with a strong customer service mindset who works well with staff, volunteers, and guests.
• Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and collaborate effectively with a team.
• Servant-hearted, humble, teachable, and able to support the mission and values of Illuminate Community Church.

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Experience implementing or rebuilding a CMMS (asset lists, preventive maintenance schedules, work order workflows, reporting).
• Vendor coordination experience (scheduling, site access, quality control, basic quoting/bid support).
• Familiarity with low-voltage and building systems (security systems, access control, cameras, HVAC controls).
• Safety training or certification (OSHA 10, lift training, ladder safety).
• HVAC experience (basic troubleshooting, filter schedules, thermostat and controller familiarity).

Professional Competencies

• Maintains strict confidentiality and sound judgement when handling sensitive information related to church operations, staff, and congregants.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Works effectively in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders.
• Able to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail and professionalism.
• Functions effectively both behind the scenes and in public-facing situations, depending on ministry needs.

Spiritual & Character Qualifications

• A committed follower of Jesus Christ whose life reflects biblical character and aligns with Illuminate Community Church’s Statement of Faith, Position Statements and Staff Handbook.
• Demonstrates a high level of personal and professional integrity, striving to live above reproach in both personal life and ministry responsibilities.
• Supports and promotes a Christ-centered work environment, contributing positively to staff unity and the mission of the church.
• Serves as a Christlike example to the church body, fellow staff and the broader community through conduct, attitude, and relationships.
• Demonstrates humility, teachability, and a servant-hearted approach to ministry.

Additional Expectations

• Supports and participates in the overall ministry and mission of Illuminate Community Church.
• Attends required staff meetings and church events (including Easter and Christmas) as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the effectiveness of the ministry and staff team.

Physical Demands

• Constant sitting, standing, moving and viewing of screens.
• Occasional lifting of 50 pounds or more.