Morning Star Community Church Profile
Morning Star is a non-denominational, multi-generational church in Salem, Oregon. From our beginning as a home Bible study of eight in 1982, Morning Star now has two Sunday morning in-person and online services with an average weekend attendance of around 800. In the beginning, we gathered back then to worship Jesus, study the Word, and share the gospel with our community. That foundational focus on vibrant worship, solid biblical teaching, and intentional reaching out to others has not changed. We have active ministries for men, women, students, and children. Outreach encompasses strong support to the local foster care community, missionaries around the globe, and a biblical counseling ministry.
We are blessed with a large campus that is in need of ongoing care and are looking to add a full-time position to our facilities and maintenance team.
If you are interested in the position or have questions, please email John Jaskilka, Executive Pastor, at john@mstar.church. To officially apply, please send your cover letter and resume to John.
John Jaskilka
Executive Pastor
Morning Star Community Church Profile
JOB DESCRIPTION: Maintenance Technician 1
MINISTRY AREA
Facilities/Maintenance
JOB CLASSIFICATION, STATUS, AND CATEGORY
Salary: $22/hour
Status: Full Time (40 hours/week)
Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance after 60 days. Retirement contribution after 1 year of employment.
Supervisor: Maintenance Manager, James Elgin
DATE
April 15, 2025
PURPOSE / POSITION OVERVIEW
The Maintenance Technician 1 assists the Maintenance Manager to ensure the building and facilities operate smoothly, safely, and efficiently; overseeing maintenance, repair, cleaning, security, and assisting ministries with set-up and clean-up. All for the glory of Jesus Christ.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTER/SPIRITUAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willingly submit to church leadership including Senior Pastor, Executive Pastor, and Elders.
- Demonstrates a lifestyle above reproach, honoring the Lord in all aspects of life.
- Possesses relevant labor experience
- Maintains a positive attitude and commitment to excellence, ensuring tasks are completed thoroughly, even if extra time is required.
- Highly detail-oriented and organized, capable of working independently
- Mechanically inclined and able to perform maintenance on equipment as needed.
- Self-sufficient and proactive in managing responsibilities.
- Quick learner with the ability to understand and apply new skills
- Strong communication skills, able to interact professionally and respectfully with staff, volunteers, and church members.
- Demonstrates a servant-hearted attitude, willing to assist others as needed.
- Actively attends Morning Star Community Church.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure a clean, safe and well-maintained environment throughout the church facility and grounds.
- Assist with building and grounds care including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, and general upkeep.
- Support the maintenance and care of church vehicles and equipment.
- Proactively identify and address maintenance needs to keep the facilities in excellent condition.
- Assist with event setup and teardown, ensuring facilities are ready for services, meetings and special events.
- Help maintain building security by ensuring doors, gates, and access points are properly secured as needed.
- Work both independently and collaboratively to complete tasks efficiently.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager and provide guidance to volunteers assisting with maintenance projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and operations of the church.
ADDITIONAL MINISTRY RESPONSIBILITIES AND/OR SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS
- Fulfill any and all other responsibilities as needed or assigned by Maintenance Manager
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, GIFTING REQUIRED
The Maintenance Technician must demonstrate the ability and commitment to:
- Proactively review the master calendar to ensure the building is prepared for scheduled events.
- Perform repairs as needed including fixing stains, patching holes in the wall, painting, assembling, and repairing broken items.
- Conduct routine and preventative maintenance to keep facilities in excellent condition.
- Address deferred maintenance needs and assist with long-term facility improvement projects.
- Maintain the church grounds, including lawn mowing, spraying, edging, and tree trimming during the spring and summer months.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Agrees to abide by all policies and procedures as outlined in the Morning Star Personnel and Policy Manual.
- This is a full-time position. A typical work week is Monday-Friday, with some flexibility based on church events, seasonal needs and maintenance schedules.
- Occasional weekends or evening work, may be required for special events, urgent maintenance needs, or unexpected facility issues.
- Attendance at required staff meetings, typically held on the 1st Wednesday Morning of each month, is expected.
WAGES AND HOURS:
This is a full-time position. Annual salary based on experience. Benefits provided.
Rate of pay is $22/hour. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance after 60 days. Retirement contribution after 1 year of employment.
DIRECT REPORT
The Maintenance Technician 1 is guided in this ministry by the Maintenance Manager and Executive Pastor.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned or negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. From time to time, this job description may be modified, changed, added to, or revised.
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