Building & Grounds Lead

Position Summary: The Building and Grounds Lead is responsible for the overall management, operations and maintenance systems of buildings and grounds to assure efficient operations and to provide for the safety, health and comfort of staff and the public utilizing The Salvation Army's (TSA) facilities in Kent County. This position will provide limited maintenance and property assistance for the officer's quarters.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage the Property Technician by assigning and supervising work performance and schedules
• Provide routine repair of buildings and utility systems, including normal reoccurring repairs and preventative maintenance
• Coordinate repairs and other services performed by vendors, such as pest control, cleaning services, etc.
• Maintains buildings and their systems ensuring maximum efficiency and functionality including electrical, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, gas, water systems, boiler and elevator where applicable
• Oversee operation and maintenance of the fire and security system compliance with state and local safety codes
• Maintain and repair exterior areas including green spaces, parking areas and sidewalks ensuring they are well kept and clean, alerting the Area Commander of serious repair needs
• Maintain pool vehicles and schedule repairs
• Maintain safe and tidy grounds by removing snow, ice, debris, mowing lawns, trimming shrubbery and removing trash (supervise / assist Property Technician with these duties)
• Assist in the upkeep and repair of other Area Command properties
• Monitor the stocking, storing and recording of all Area Command materials and supplies in the warehouse
• Set-up and tear-down rooms or facilities for special events onsite and offsite
• Pick up and deliver items for events and ministry items as necessary
• Ensure compliance with all City, County, State and Federal and Salvation Army building codes, procedures and policies.
• Handle emergency building concerns as needed after hours
• Serve as a member of the Safety Committee
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities:

• Snowplowing and salting parking lots using an equipped pick-up truck

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Five years of job-related experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Working knowledge of HVAC, sprinkler systems, elevators, and boilers
• Skills in basic carpentry and repairs to plumbing, electrical and structural systems

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Maintain confidentiality
• Experience in driving a truck equipped with snowplow and salt

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Ability to learn Salvation Army property processing software programs, TSAMM and Archibus
• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates and Licenses:

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
• Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)