General Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on YMCA buildings, mechanical equipment and other property.

• Performs minor and major repair of all buildings and equipment.
• Replaces broken windows; repairs doors, door locks; installs window blinds.
• Installs flooring of all types.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures including but not limited to toilets, sinks, and urinals.
• Installs electrical wiring and equipment; replaces and repairs lighting fixtures and ballast.
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Assists with the renovation/remodeling of buildings; repairs plaster and drywall; interior and exterior painting.
• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 2–3 years of responsible experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, carpentry, and other maintenance-related areas.
• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy.
• Able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening.
• Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details:

• CPR and First Aid Certifications required.
• Annual completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training.
• Annual completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class.
• Staff Safety Requirements / Cleaning Protocols.
• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor.

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.