MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Skagit Valley Family YMCA is currently looking for a qualified Professional Maintenance Lead / Engineer II whose principle function in this class will be to assist the Facilities Director and perform duties in support of the operation and maintenance of the YMCA’s facilities, and, as assigned may serve as lead worker making work assignments and monitoring completion of work. Responsibilities may include providing customer service; monitoring facilities / sites for safety and providing training instruction and / or content; performing routine maintenance of facilities and sites; setting up and tearing down for special events; and maintaining order of the facilities. You will ensure that everyone can enjoy the Y in a safe manner, and that our main facility on Hoag Road and other sites are in shape to provide the quality programing we are known for. As a Pool Operator / Engineer II you would be responsible for executing your position's responsibilities in driving company success through performing the following key tasks to the highest standards.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

Skagit Valley Family YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. The Y does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. All staff hired at the Y are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Maintains safety and cleanliness of recreation area and / or facility; tests and maintains chemical balances in pool; adjusts chemicals based on test results; vacuums, sweeps, and cleans pools, deck areas, toys, diving boards, entry ways, sidewalks and other fixtures.
• Monitors and maintains equipment and facilities; provides repair, painting and / or service of showers, toilets, pool equipment, heating and cooling equipment, exercise equipment and other equipment of assigned area. Factors repair expense in determining repair options.
• Organizes and maintains documentation of work activities, repairs, purchases and other required records and files.
• Monitors supplies and equipment inventory; evaluates and determines supply needs; prepares purchase requests and / or purchases items within established guidelines.
• May serve as lead worker in making work assignments and monitoring the completion of the work.
• Manage records and information in any format, in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations and City policy, guidance and record retention schedule.
• Ensure the proper operation of all mechanical systems, and takes primary responsibility for corrective / preventive maintenance of major and repairs of equipment.
• Performs other duties of similar nature and level as assigned.

Qualifications & Benefits

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five plus years’ maintenance experience and practical knowledge of commercial building operations including Grounds, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, low pressure boilers, pool / spa system operations.
• Ability to lead and train others within the trade group of facility maintenance including supervision of Facilities Maintenance Specialist.
• Able to work effectively with from a variety of different maintenance activities including, but not limited to managed property assets, corrective and preventative building repairs and fitness equipment overhaul of all for a continued high level of quality.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, blueprints / plans and other documents pertinent to the day-to-day operations.
• Ability to report, track and record all maintenance requests, both on the maintenance PC and tablet.
• Ability to understand the safe use and handling of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and continue to compile new acquired SDS information for its safe operation.  
• Complete CPO (Certified Pool Operator), First Aid / CPR, PRECOR fitness equipment and Building Management System certifications within 6 months of hire date.

BENEFITS From Day 1: 

• Free YMCA household membership
• 403(b) Saving Account enrollment;
• 8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• Sick time
• Additional bilingual, premium pay of $0.50 for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers. Ability to write or translate written materials is not required to receive this premium.

Your other benefits will be (waiting period applies):

• Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
• 3 paid personal holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• 403 (b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
• Life insurance, and more! (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)

Salary : $25 - $35