The Lord's New Church Which is Nova Hierosolyma

THE LORD’S NEW CHURCH WHICH IS NOVA HIEROSOLYMA
Position Description
Assistant Estate Manager
The Lord’s New Church Which Is Nova Hierosolyma is a non-profit organization residing on
approximately 100 acres in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania. Buildings include a chapel, offices,
meeting facilities, residences, and maintenance buildings. The Assistant Estate Manager supports the
Estate Manager to provide day-to-day grounds keeping services and building maintenance, and
responds to special requests that arise at all hours of the day, night and weekends. She/he is
responsible to the Executive Director and reports directly to the Estate Manager. Salary and benefits
are negotiable and approved by the Board.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly exposed
to: outside weather conditions; moving mechanical parts; moderate to loud noise levels; and, fumes
or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock,
and vibration.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The employee is required to walk, stand, sit,
climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and
depth perception.
SUPERVISION
This position does not usually have supervisory responsibilities, however it may direct the work of
part-time, seasonal contractors.
REQUIREMENTS
Valid Driver’s License
Pass Criminal Background Check
Pass Drug Test
3 References (2 professional)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Includes, but are not limited to:
Perform minor and major repair of all buildings and equipment (Major repairs are performed
under the supervision of licensed maintenance workers/contractors).
Cut lawn using hand, power or riding mower; trim edges around walks, flower beds, walls,
etc.
Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs; prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.
Remove snow and ice from building walkways and steps; rake leaves, remove litter.
Replace broken windows; repair doors, door locks and closets; install window blinds.
Operate large equipment (mowers, plows, tractors, etc.)

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Perform repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in grounds keeping and
buildings.
Perform routine labor and maintenance duties when grounds keeping work has been
completed.
Respond to urgent maintenance requests as required.
Assist with renovation/remodeling of buildings; repair plaster and drywall; paint interior and
exterior surfaces and walls.
PRIORITIES
Ensure efficiency by documenting scheduling of delegated tasks and follow up of the
work flow for duties and assigned projects.
Keep all projects on time and within budget by completing tasks and follow up of
responsibilities and duties.
Maintain operation’s productivity by following organization’s policy, approved plans
and current procedures and taking appropriate initiative.
Maintain confidentiality and assure discreet handling of all business.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential functions
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability
required.
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one year of responsible
experience in grounds keeping or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and
experience. Should have knowledge of grounds keeping equipment and landscaping. Three
years of experience preferred.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or
oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in
standardized situations.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Math Skills
Comfortable and proficient with basic math. Ability to understand and follow a budget.
Email resume to: penn.nonprofit@gmail.com
Applications by phone, fax or walk-in will not be considered.