Facilities Technician

Life Action offers many ways to use your God-given gifts to help believers everywhere move toward revival, vitality, and their mission with Jesus. We’re looking for people who have a passion for Jesus, a heart to serve, and a desire to be a part of work that matters! We have opportunities to serve remotely and at our facilities in Buchanan, MI.

Summary of Duties: The Facilities Technician serves an important role in supporting the ministry by helping create and maintain safe, welcoming, and well-functioning facilities for guests, staff, and families. This position assists the Facilities Manager with the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of facilities, vehicles, equipment, grounds, and landscaping. The Facilities Technician supports construction and improvement projects and performs hands-on maintenance and repair tasks as time allows, recognizing that quality facilities are a key part of effective ministry and hospitality.

Areas of Responsibility

• Support the mission and values of the ministry through a servant-hearted approach to facilities care.

• Adhere to MPD requirements as outlined in the MPD Guidelines and Policy documents.

• Address daily maintenance and repair needs in a timely and efficient manner to minimize disruption to ministry activities.

• Respond appropriately to emergencies and urgent facility-related issues as they arise.

• Ensure facilities are prepared and ready for use, including building and room setup as directed by the Facilities Manager.

• Complete assigned work to a satisfactory standard and follow up on any deficiencies.

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and preventative maintenance through the work order system.

• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work and storage areas.

• Perform all duties in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.

• Assist with special projects and carry out additional duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager.

Qualifications

• A clear alignment with the mission, values, and Christian purpose of the ministry.

• A servant’s heart with a willingness to support ministry activities behind the scenes.

• Basic knowledge and experience in general maintenance, repairs, and use of hand and power tools.

• Ability to identify maintenance needs and take appropriate corrective action.

• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to manage tasks with limited supervision.

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.

• Ability to communicate clearly and work cooperatively with staff, volunteers, and guests.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate ministry vehicles as needed.

Skills, Abilities, Characteristics, and Physical Demands

• Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a team.

• Willingness to work flexible hours and be on call as ministry needs require.

• Ability to initiate tasks and follow projects through to completion.

• Proficiency in using hand tools, power equipment, and operating vehicles such as cars and trucks.

• Physical demands include frequent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, and other physical activities associated with maintenance work.

Compensation: Compensation for this position is funded through Ministry Partner Development (MPD). A salary goal will be established, and Life Action Ministries will provide the training, coaching, and resources needed to help you build a team of ministry partners to reach that goal.

All approved ministry-related business expenses are covered by Life Action Ministries.

Benefits for full-time employees include health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and paid vacation. Complete details will be provided with a formal offer of employment.