Skilled Building and Grounds (SPC)

Overview

Stony Point Center, owned and operated by PC(USA) for over 40 years, is in the scenic Hudson River Valley, 45 minutes northwest of New York City in beautiful upstate New York. It rests on 30 acres of nature, gardens and farmland with a meditation space, labyrinth and art space to help guests explore faith, creativity, community and leadership building.

Stony Point Center is committed to welcoming guests from all walks of life, fostering dialogue, inspiring spiritual work and eradicating systemic racism and institutionalized poverty.

Basic Commitment: This position calls for a commitment to the mission of the PC(USA) as noted in its theological confessions, the Book of Order, and the actions of the General Assembly.

Position Purpose: Responsible for upkeep and repair of plumbing, heating/cooling, electrical systems on campus. Care for grounds including landscaping, trash and snow removal.

Roles and Responsibilities (list in order of priority):

1. Interact with guests and staff to present Stony Point Center in a positive and hospitable way.
2. Respond to maintenance requests and emergency of guests and staff.
3. Perform routine inspections and maintenance on building systems (e.g., electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
4. Diagnose and repair faulty equipment, appliances, plumbing, electrical wiring, and heating and cooling systems.
5. Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance and repairs and inventory supplies.
6. Conduct preventative maintenance tasks to ensure the longevity and efficiency of equipment and systems.
7. Install or replace equipment as necessary (e.g., lights, air conditioning units, plumbing fixtures).
8. Provide services to prepare grounds for guests, including but not limited to, mowing grass, trimming grass, weeding flower beds, snow and leaf removal, collecting garbage, clearing stone fences, repairing and painting, replacing lights.
9. Maintain the appearance and cleanliness of all areas, including minor cleaning and organizing.
10. Ensure all repairs and maintenance work is completed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
11. Assist other departments with special projects as required.
12. Serve in Night Phone Rotation.

Essential Position Requirements:

• Minimum of high school diploma (or equivalent), technical certificates preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar position
• Demonstrated mechanical and problem-solving ability
• Familiar with and able to trouble shoot General contracting, Electrical, HVAC, plumbing and basic carpentry skills
• Excellent organizing, analyzing, problem solving, communicating (oral and written) skills
• Ability to use computer/tablet to access work order system to track and assign tasks
• Ability to operate power tools and equipment safely
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to work well with colleagues and work well on own
• Strong customer service skills and ability to manage crises calmly
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals from different racial and ethnic backgrounds and hold sub-contractors accountable to the highest possible standard in an intentionally anti-racist environment
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish language is very helpful

Required Competencies:

• Even-tempered, self-motivated and supportive
• Strong collaborative spirit
• Able to work without direction
• Can work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Current, clear license to operate a vehicle
• Deep understanding of and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness. Values diverse groups, ethnicities, gender-expressions, communities, cultural constituencies and points of view.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift 75 lbs. at times. Frequently carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Climb. Balance. Stoop. Kneel. Crouch. Crawl. Reach. Handle. Touch. Feel. Hear. See.
• Work both inside and outside; bulk of work is performed on the campus in bathrooms, sleeping rooms, meeting rooms, grounds, basements, attics, and crawl spaces.
• Ability to be on-call as needed and work evenings/weekends/holidays as needed

Additional Information/Benefits:

We believe a balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual nurture, makes us healthier and more productive colleagues.

The PC(USA) offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Pension Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending accounts, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Paid Holidays.

A Corp Commitment:

Our faith in God inspires our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and is grounded in scripture, the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and actions of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is committed to being not only an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the U.S. government, but with the inclusion of gender identity and sexual orientation as well.

Candidates from Presbyterian communities in the global south and other historic Presbyterian Communities of Color, preferably with theological training and fluency in languages other than English, are encouraged to apply.