Maintenance Technician II

Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, solving problems, and keeping facilities in top shape? At the YMCA of the North, we’re looking for a Maintenance Technician I to help ensure our buildings and systems run smoothly and safely.

The salary for this position starts at $23.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of a District Engineer, the Maintenance Technician II is responsible for the preventative/predictive maintenance program, general building safety/security, and safe, efficient operation of building systems. The MTII will be responsible for day-to-day duties including daily check lists and work orders, both scheduled and unscheduled.

Essential Functions:

Assist with the development and implementation of a preventative and predictive maintenance program which includes but is not limited to:

Maintain daily check logs on Pool, HVAC, Boiler, Utilities, Building Automation, and other essential systems.

Inspect HVAC and Boiler systems as PMs dictate for proper operation and maintenance needs including replacing filters and belts, greasing, and cleaning coils and other items as needed.

Perform audits as PMs dictate on safety systems including eyewash and emergency shower stations, emergency lighting, fire egress routes and alarms, fire extinguishers, AEDs, etc.

Coordinate contracted PMs on required systems (one-man lifts, RPZs, fire monitoring and sprinklers, etc.)

Perform wholistic inspection of facilities for potential issues and repair as needed and/or report to District Engineer

Maintain safe and organized workspaces within department assigned areas. Manage inventory of tools and supplies.

Learn, follow, and train best practices for provided tools, machinery, testing equipment, and chemicals. Ensure maintenance and affected staff follow best practices.

Learn and use methods for troubleshooting and repair in the areas of plumbing and fixtures, electrical, carpentry, lighting, mechanical, pool systems, irrigation, walls and floors/finishes, etc. Demonstrate troubleshooting process for other technicians.

Coordinate projects involving multiple technicians.

Utilize Building Automation System (StruxureWare) to ensure proper operations of building systems. Troubleshoot known issues and communicate them with District Engineer

Respond to daily maintenance needs of other departments as requested in maintenance work order request software (FacilityDude). Complete work order forms to ensure adequate communication.

Assist with long-range and short-range planning and execution of maintenance needs, building safety programs, and employee maintenance training.

Work with vendors to provide budgetary estimates for projects. Work with District Engineer to assess/decrease financial impact of current and future maintenance needs

Respond to urgent/emergency situations (fire, evacuation, power failure, pool closure, etc.) at all district sites on short notice.

Interact with members, staff, and contractors to build and maintain a positive environment. Communicate to staff best practices for safe and effective operation of facility systems as trained by maintenance leadership.

Carry a cellular phone for communication and for urgent/emergency situations.

Plan and provide security and safety oversight of the facilities and grounds. Have general knowledge of applicable code. Communicate requirements set by governing agencies and code (OSHA, state and local code, YMCA policy, etc.) to YMCA employees from other departments.

Attend/complete all job specific required training.

Perform other maintenance related responsibilities as assigned by the District Engineer or VP of Facility Services

Relationships:

This position reports to the District Engineer who reports to the Vice President of Facility Services. The incumbent interacts regularly with branch departments in responding to member concerns regarding maintenance issues.

Qualifications:

Required:

Associate degree in technical field or 2 years of technical related work experience

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in facility operations and maintenance or related field

Current 2nd Class C license or ability to obtain one within 12 months of full-time employment

Current Certified Pool Operator’s License (or equivalent) from the National Swimming Pool Foundation or ability to obtain one within 9 months of full-time employment

Experience with preventive maintenance development and implementation practices

Working knowledge and skills in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, cleaning methods, cleaning equipment, safety systems, and pool operations

Working knowledge of specialized tools including, a multimeter, megohmmeter, chemical testing kits, and others as building needs permit.

Knowledge of applicable regulations and safety codes

Ability to read and interpret schematics, wire diagrams and architectural drawings

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Computer knowledge in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

Work Conditions:

Frequently moves materials and/or tools weighing up to 75 pounds.

Occasionally erects and stands on scaffolding, ladders, and platforms.

Occasionally works at various heights for extended periods of time.

Occasionally works with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder spray and aerosol forms.

Frequently works in conditions that will create dirt and dust.

Constantly performs essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may include, but are not limited to the following activities: partial–reach to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.

Frequently operates cleaning equipment: auto scrubber, buffer, snow blower, sweeper, trash compactor, lift, pressure washer, box compactor, hand, and power tools.

Must be able to respond to emergency/on-call situations.

Ability to regularly and frequently drive to branches and retail locations with little or no notice.

Frequently performs tasks in outdoor weather conditions.

Additional Notes:

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from the District Engineer or other YMCA representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association success.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge

The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association’s mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.

The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.