Department: Facilities
Location: ABWE Headquarters, New Cumberland, PA
Job Type: Part-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Assistant Director | Facilities

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Mission/Vision: Fulfilling the Great Commission by multiplying leaders, churches, and missions movements among every people.

Job Summary/Primary Role: This person will assist with grounds maintenance and be responsible for a variety of outdoor and indoor tasks. In the event of inclement weather, the grounds crew may be tasked with work inside the building such as cleaning, event set-up/tear down, kitchen assistance, etc. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, takes pride in his/her work, has high standards of cleanliness and safety, and sees this role as a ministry to the Lord, ABWE guests, missionaries, and staff.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lawn maintenance and mowing by use of proper equipment (mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, shrub nippers, tree trimmers).
• Weeding flower beds and other areas of the property.
• Trimming trees and vegetation.
• Spreading mulch, topsoil, stone, etc.
• Assisting in executing projects for the landscape design team.
• Assisting in the maintenance of outbuildings on the property.
• Power washing decks, sidewalks, etc. as needed.
• Assists in outdoor building projects and repairs.
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

Qualifications: Ability to pass background check and all necessary clearances as mandated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Education: High School Students are eligible to apply.

Minimum Prior Experience Required: previous experience in ground maintenance, equipment use, and janitorial services is preferred.

Necessary Attributes:

• Joy-filled personal faith rooted in Jesus Christ and a heart to serve.
• Strong relational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and takes initiative.
• Able to work alone with minimal supervision, self-motivates, and energetic.
• Displays flexibility and adaptability.
• Self-disciplined and exhibits sounds judgment.

Christian Life:

ABWE is a Christian organization, and it is necessary that employees possess and maintain a lifestyle that is above reproach. Employees are encouraged to participate in staff events including corporate and departmental prayer times and staff meetings and lunches.
All ABWE employees must:

• Be a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ and able to articulate a personal testimony of salvation.
• Be walking in Christ-like obedience to Biblical standards in ways that evidence a transforming relationship with Jesus Christ, particularly as outlined in ABWE’s Christian Code of Conduct.
• Be a current and active member and/or regular attendee of a like-minded local church that aligns doctrinally with ABWE.
• Be able to fully support ABWE's mission, vision, core values, doctrinal statement, and ministry philosophy.
• Be able to follow all guidelines set forth in the ABWE Policy Manual and IHQ Staff Handbook.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment can range from moderate/high.

To apply for this job, send resume and a 1-page personal testimony to jobs@abwe.org