Facilities Manager - Delta Lake Bible Conference Center in Rome, NY

U.S. Church Ministries•Rome, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the overall maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all buildings, grounds, and equipment at Delta Lake Bible Conference Center. This is a full-time, on-site position that includes housing. The role calls for a self-motivated person with a strong work ethic, practical maintenance skills, and the ability to lead staff and volunteers in alignment with the camp’s Christian mission and values. The Facilities Manager oversees property maintenance and preventative maintenance, manages grounds and seasonal preparation, and ensures buildings and safety equipment meet applicable Department of Health and NYS Code Enforcement regulations. The position also handles routine and emergency maintenance of vehicles and equipment, coordinates with outside vendors, manages the facilities budget, and keeps maintenance and inventory records. Seasonal duties vary. From Labor Day to Memorial Day, the focus is supporting retreat groups, often on weekends, through equipment setup and takedown, repairs, grounds maintenance, and on-call snow removal or emergency work. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the role supports family, children’s, and Haven camps, assists camp leaders with equipment setup and takedown, maintains the grounds, responds to repairs, and manages seasonal staff. The work schedule may be flexible and sometimes demanding, including nights and weekends for emergencies or snow removal.

Requirements

Proven experience in facilities maintenance or management.
Strong background in general contracting and multiple repair disciplines, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
Experience operating and maintaining heavy machinery and small engines, including equipment such as tractors, snow plows, boom lifts, chainsaws, and lawn mowers.
Proficiency in basic maintenance of engines and hydraulic systems.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects and schedules.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate self-driven punctuality.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with staff, volunteers, and vendors.
Physical ability to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects as required.
Willingness to work flexible and sometimes demanding hours, including nights and weekends for emergencies or snow removal.
Alignment with the Christian mission and values of the camp and the Christian and Missionary Alliance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic audio and visual equipment, or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage contractors, seasonal staff, and volunteer work groups in a Christ-centered work environment.
Oversee property maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and mechanical repairs.
Manage and carry out preventative maintenance schedules for buildings and equipment.
Manage and maintain grounds, including landscaping, tree care, and snow removal.
Winterize and prepare buildings, grounds, and equipment for spring each year.
Maintain buildings and safety equipment in compliance with Department of Health and NYS Code Enforcement regulations.
Perform routine and emergency repairs on equipment and vehicles, including boats, gasoline and diesel engines, and electric motors.
Determine whether maintenance tasks should be completed in-house or outsourced.
Safely operate heavy and small equipment, including tractors, forklifts, chainsaws, and mowers.
Manage the facilities budget and keep spending within predetermined limits.
Coordinate and follow up with external vendors on projects requiring specialized skills or equipment.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and supply inventories.
Support retreat groups with equipment setup and takedown, repairs, and proactive grounds maintenance.
Provide on-call availability for snow removal and emergency repairs as needed.
Support camp leaders with equipment setup and takedown, repairs, and proactive grounds maintenance during the summer season.
Manage a team of seasonal staff during the summer season.