Maintenance Professional

$19.00-$33.00 per hour depending on experience, certifications and education.

Under the direction of the Maintenance Director, the Maintenance Professional supports the overall operation, safety, and appearance of the YMCA facility. This role maintains a clean, safe, and well‑functioning environment for members, staff, and guests. Responsibilities include custodial and light maintenance duties such as cleaning, sanitizing, floor care, waste management, and upkeep of common spaces. The professional assists with facility setup, minor repairs, preventative maintenance, and responds to maintenance requests and emergencies during events.

Maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming facility environment by executing daily maintenance and custodial responsibilities.

Monitors facility conditions and proactively identifies maintenance and safety needs, ensuring timely resolution.

Performs custodial and light maintenance functions, including minor repairs, painting, window care, pool area upkeep, and seasonal grounds maintenance such as snow removal and lawn care.

Operates and maintains equipment safely and effectively to support facility operations.

Supports facility readiness and event operations, including room setups, breakdowns, and space transitions.

Ensures buildings and grounds are secure and operating safely, responding to emergencies and reporting incidents or hazards.

Maintains appropriate inventory and stocking of supplies.

Provides maintenance support across multiple locations, ensuring consistent standards.

Demonstrates flexibility by working varied schedules (days, evenings, weekends, holidays).

Maintains required licensure (valid driver’s license) and supports transportation or operational needs as required.

Actively contributes to a culture of equity and inclusion, supporting the YMCA’s DEIB commitments.

Performs additional duties as needed to support facility operations, member experience, and organizational goals.

High School diploma preferred.

Minimum of one year of related facilities and maintenance experience with increasing independence.

Trade experience or technical certifications preferred (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, pool operations, or general building maintenance).

Ability to read, interpret, and apply written and verbal instructions, including safety procedures and operational guidelines.

Ability to accurately document, track, and communicate maintenance requests using established reporting systems.

Working knowledge of commercial cleaning methods, tools, and facility maintenance equipment.

Basic understanding of preventive maintenance principles and equipment care.

Strong commitment to advancing culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and maintenance solutions, including safe handling and application procedures.

Valid driver’s license with ability to travel between sites.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency/weather‑related shifts.

Requested certifications within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED and First Aid.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Sufficient strength and agility to carry out essential duties.

Ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms up to 30 feet.

Ability to work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in various forms.

Ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed.

Ability to work in conditions that create dirt and dust.

Ability to perform essential maintenance tasks involving reaching, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, carrying, working in narrow or confining spaces, and twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs.

Follow employee/volunteer screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.

Provide employee/volunteer with ongoing supervision and training…