Facilities and Grounds Manager

Position Description:

The Michigan Facilities & Grounds Manager is responsible for the year-round maintenance and upkeep of all buildings, facilities, and Grounds located on the Michigan campus of Youth Haven. This position includes general management and oversight of our facility and Grounds staff and volunteers.

Principal Responsibilities:

● Hands on work in the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, grounds work, and other areas of facility maintenance and upkeep at the Youth Haven's Michigan campus.

● Oversee staff and volunteers working on facility and Grounds projects at the campus. This includes developing and maintaining a “master list” of projects and assigning tasks to staff and volunteers to ensure completion of each in a timely manner and with excellence.

● Ensure the campus is maintained according to all state and local regulations and standards and remains in a state of readiness for local and state inspections.

● Ensure all Youth Haven owned vehicles (cars & trucks, mowing equipment, tractors and implements) are maintained.

● Coordinate the facility & grounds setup needed for special events held at the campus.

● Assist with tours, special guest visits, and other things occurring at the campus as requested.

● Coordinate an “on-call” schedule with facility and Grounds staff to ensure coverage each week, especially when children or outside groups are on-site.

● Assist with budget and expense management for the Michigan campus Facilities and Grounds.

Qualifications and Requirements:

● Must have an active, growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ

● A sincere and deep commitment to Youth Haven's mission and core values, understanding the opportunity to be involved with Youth Haven as a home mission organization

● A mission minded, servant attitude required. While this position will have normal working hours, being on call for emergency needs is necessary, especially when children are on site.

● Proven experience and demonstrated skill in areas of general maintenance, plumbing, electrical, drywall, general carpentry, pool maintenance, and Grounds care.

● Detail oriented with a desire for excellence.

● Excellent communication skills.

● Proven management experience with employees and/or volunteers of varying ages and skill levels.

● Ability to work in a team environment with staff and volunteers.

● Organized and self-motivated

● Relocation to on-site housing (provided by Youth Haven) required or must live within 20 minutes of the Michigan campus in Rives Junction.

Youth Haven is a great place to work, with all members of our team using their gifts and skills to reach out to children in need with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We offer competitive salaries and other benefits to our staff based upon experience and positional responsibilities. If you feel called to serve the Lord at Youth Haven as a home missions organization, and you possess the servant heart, skills and qualifications required for this position, we welcome your application.

Please note, ALL applicants must complete Youth Haven's online application as well to be considered for this position. The application can be found at https://form.jotform.com/youth_haven/employment-app

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Camp
• In-person
• Outdoor work

Ability to Relocate:

• Rives Junction, MI 49277: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person