Facilities Maintenance Technician -YMCA of the North Shore

Are you a skilled maintenance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys creating safe, well-maintained spaces? Join our team as a Facilities Maintenance Technician and play a key role in supporting multiple YMCA facilities, ensuring they remain welcoming and operational for our communities.

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician with the YMCA of the North Shore's Facilities Department, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing multiple sites. This position requires flexibility, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to excellence. With a YMCA-provided vehicle, you'll travel seamlessly between locations, ensuring all facilities are safe, welcoming, and well-maintained. Additionally, you'll collaborate on local and association-wide projects, lead teams as needed, and help create positive experiences for members, staff, and guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facility Maintenance: Perform routine and on-demand maintenance, including light construction, repairs, and preventative measures. Implement preventative maintenance programs and advise leadership on equipment upgrades.
• Travel and Support: Provide maintenance services across multiple YMCA locations, traveling as needed with a YMCA-provided vehicle.
• Collaboration: Train and support maintenance staff while coordinating with leadership to prioritize facility projects.
• Grounds Management: Maintain landscaping, snow removal, and outdoor spaces to ensure safety and appeal.
• Safety and Emergency Response: Respond quickly to maintenance emergencies and ensure security systems are operational.
• Inventory and Inspections: Manage inventory levels, conduct facility inspections, and maintain organized workspaces.
• Specialized Support: Assist with pool maintenance and participate in special projects to enhance operations.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on industry trends and pursue training to refine skills.

What You Bring:

• Experience in facility maintenance, repairs, and preventative programs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Flexibility to travel and adapt to changing priorities.

Why Work for the Y?

At the YMCA, you're more than an employee-you're part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a difference.

• Professional Growth: Paid training, development, and advancement opportunities across seven YMCA locations.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and employer-funded life insurance for full-time staff.
• Generous Time Off 2 weeks paid vacation, plus sick and personal time for full-time employees.
• Retirement Plan: 12% company contribution to your retirement fund (vested, no match required).
• Free Y Membership: Access to swim classes, fitness programs, discounts on childcare, camp, and more!

Be part of a team that supports your career, health, and well-being while making a difference in your community!

• 2-5 years of experience in trades such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and preventative maintenance.
• Proficient in basic computer skills, including typing and managing online work orders.
• OSHA certification is preferred but not required; we offer certification opportunities.
• Valid driver's license required and a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift, bend, twist, and reach as needed to execute job responsibilities

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.