Lead Facilities Maintenance Associate + PAID BENEFITS

FacilitiesMaintenance Associate Full-time(40 hours/week) Reports to: Director of Facilities THE POSTION The Facilities Maintenance Associatewill be an integral part of the team at The Gathering by ensuring that buildings are cleaned, well-maintained and ready to welcome all who come through our doors.If you are someone who has accumulated practical expertise in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, janitorial, and other building trades - this position is ideal for your skill set. This role will offer lots of opportunities to problem solve and be part of a mission-driven team that seeks to serve others through Christ. The Gathering offers competitive pay, flexibility, and a workplace that is truly interested in your success. *This position does not require 24-hour on call *This position does not require EPA certification THE BENEFITS The Gathering offers a generous time off policy and schedule flexibility, very competitive pay, 100% paid health insurance for full-time employees, as well as eligibility for many other benefits such as: 401K, 401K matching, Dental Insurance, Health Savings Account, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance and Paid Time off. This position is primarily a day shift position with regular and predictable hours. The Gathering is a workplace that is truly interested in your success. The ideal candidate will bring a great attitude, mechanical aptitude and enjoy working to better the community. REPORTS TO Direct Supervisor: Director of Facilities Senior Leader: Executive Director of Operations QUALIFICATIONS -Dependable, responsible, and self-motivated to show initiative. -Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time. Must have the ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, climb ladders, and/or use lifts to heights over 30 feet -High School Diploma or Equivalency required -Demonstrable skills in at least some of the following trades: carpentry, plumbing, electric, HVAC, masonry, roofing, drywall/painting, grounds maintenance, and janitorial -Good organizational and planning skills, and an ability to delegate with staff and volunteers as needed -Computer literacy; proficiency in Microsoft products and/or Google tools is preferred -Current valid driver's license an acceptable driving record; must have transportation -Ability to work independently and with teams -Embrace Gathering staff values: Be positive. Be proactive. Be equippers. Be innovative. Be invitational. Be adaptable. RESPONSIBLILIES AND DUTIES -Grounds Maintenance:shrubs,weeding,mulching,trimming, exterior walkways,parking lot cracks and holes,exterior signmaintenance,litter, pest control -Building Maintenance: assess functionality of all safety systems,assist with management of mechanical systems and electrical systems, light carpentry,basic plumbing repair,basic electrical repair,light bulbs, wall repair,painting where needed, masonry repair, gutters, flashing, minor repairs to mechanical and HVAC equipment -Janitorial:oversee cleaning contractors, perform basic cleaning such as dusting, sweeping, mopping etc. as needed, periodically clean windows, ensure trash is emptied on off days for cleaning crew, check paper towel/toilet paper/soap dispensers, inventory supplies -Other:set up and teardown for events as needed, equipment assembly, keep storage organized, assist with setup of new systems and equipment, other duties as assigned WHO ARE WE AT THE GATHERING Why we exist (Vision): The Gathering exists to create Christian community that is compelling for new generations of people in St. Louis. What we do (Mission): How we do it (Practices): We deepen our faith by following Christ through five shared practices: -Worship -Learning in CoreGroups -Prayer -Giving -Service What we value in our staff: -Positivity -Adaptability -Innovation -Proactivity -Invitation -Equipping others