Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Location: St. Gregory the Great (31 St. Gregory Drive, Bluffton, SC 29909)
Reports To: Pastor / Parish Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time (40 Hours/Week); may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the buildings and grounds of St. Gregory the Great, including the church, rectory, chapel, parish halls, school, and associated facilities. This role ensures the safe, clean, and reverent environment necessary for worship, ministry, and community events. The supervisor leads and works alongside maintenance staff, oversees vendors, and upholds the mission and values of the Catholic Church through stewardship and care of sacred property.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and participate in the daily maintenance and repair of parish buildings, grounds, and equipment.

Conduct regular inspections of church property, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and reverent presentation of worship spaces.

Oversee HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and security systems, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance.

Schedule and supervise custodial and maintenance personnel, including volunteers when appropriate.

Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors and vendors for specialized services; ensure proper credentials are provided by the vendor prior to job start.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, inspections, and work orders.

Collaborate with parish staff to support events, liturgical seasons, and sacramental celebrations (e.g., setup for Mass, funerals, weddings).

Ensure compliance with diocesan policies, OSHA standards, and local codes.

Assist with parish facility projects, renovations, and capital improvements.

Monitor and manage maintenance budget, purchasing supplies and tools as needed.

Promote energy efficiency and sustainability where possible.

Respond to emergency repair needs, including availability for occasional evening or weekend calls.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; trade certification or associate degree preferred.

Minimum 5 years of hands-on facilities maintenance experience, with 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Good knowledge of building systems, construction, and facility operations; able to troubleshoot and problem solve.

Understanding of or willingness to learn about Catholic liturgical spaces and their care.

Proficiency with basic computer systems and maintenance software; MS Office including Excel and Word.

Ability to lift equipment, work from ladders, and perform physical tasks.

Good interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and respectful collaboration.

Requirements or Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working in a church, school, or non-profit setting.

Valid driver's license required.

OSHA training, working knowledge of HVAC systems, or related technical credentials.

Practicing Catholic in good standing (preferred but not required).

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Working Conditions:

Work may involve some evenings, weekends, and holidays, particularly during major liturgical seasons (e.g., Easter, Christmas).

Exposure to varying weather conditions during groundskeeping or external inspections.

On-call availability for emergency situations.

About the Employer

St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church was dedicated on September 3, 2000, the feast day of St. Gregory the Great. The church serves the people of Bluffton and surrounding areas in the lowcountry of South Carolina.