Facility Support Specialist

The Facility Support Specialist reports to the Facilities Manager and works within the church staff to support campus maintenance, event operations, and daily facility needs. The role focuses on maintenance and event support, vendor and project coordination, and learning the church’s buildings, equipment, facility systems, and campus operations, with a growth path toward Facilities Manager. No travel beyond the campus is expected, though limited local travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic HVAC troubleshooting and identify when professional service is required.
• Handle routine plumbing repairs and maintenance.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and minor repairs within the scope of the position.
• Complete minor carpentry and general maintenance projects.
• Assist with cleaning restrooms and other campus areas when needed.
• Set up and break down rooms for worship services, meetings, ministry activities, and special events.
• Move and arrange tables, chairs, equipment, furniture, and other items as needed.
• Support vendor and project coordination, campus operations, and safety compliance.
• Work some evenings and weekends based on the church calendar and scheduled events.
• Learn campus procedures, building systems, maintenance requirements, and daily operations alongside the Facilities Manager.
• Use computers, email, calendars, and other technology needed to support daily Facilities operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable, punctual, flexible, and safety-conscious.
• Able to recognize when a repair requires a licensed or specialized professional.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to support the needs of the church, ministries, school, and scheduled campus activities.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff, ministry leaders, vendors, and Facilities team members.
• Able to safely lift, move, and arrange tables, chairs, equipment, and furniture and perform physical facility maintenance, cleaning, and event setup and breakdown tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in facility maintenance.
• Experience with HVAC troubleshooting, plumbing repair, electrical troubleshooting, carpentry, preventive maintenance, facility operations, or event setup.
• Safety awareness and strong communication skills.

For over 95 years, Mount Pleasant Church and Ministries (MPCM) (www.mountpleasant.org) has served as a resource for spiritual, physical, mental, and educational needs for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and the surrounding municipalities. The MPCM campus houses not only the church and ministries, but also two affiliates: The Mount Pleasant Development Corporation and the Mount Pleasant Christian School. Working together, the church, school and community development activity provide vital services to the community and serve as a beacon of light for the city and beyond. God continues to show favor to this thriving ministry as we focus on reaching the world for Jesus.