What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Specialist position at 24 Hour Fitness USA, LLC?
ABOUT US
For over 40 years, 24 Hour Fitness has been a leader in the industry, driven by our mission to help our community live healthier and happier through the transformative power of fitness. With clubs nationwide, we create inclusive, welcoming spaces equipped with premium strength and cardio equipment, studio classes, and innovative digital tools. Our impact goes beyond the gym--we support our members' total well-being through coaching, connection, and community. Join us and be part of a team that's changing lives every day!
For over 40 years, 24 Hour Fitness has been a leader in the industry, driven by our mission to help our community live healthier and happier through the transformative power of fitness. With clubs nationwide, we create inclusive, welcoming spaces equipped with premium strength and cardio equipment, studio classes, and innovative digital tools. Our impact goes beyond the gym--we support our members' total well-being through coaching, connection, and community. Join us and be part of a team that's changing lives every day!
JOB SUMMARY
The District Facilities Specialist works directly in the clubs of a given district to ensure the safety, repair and maintenance of the overall facility. With expertise in a trade(s) such as Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Safety and or Pool Equipment, the District Facilities Specialist will support in establishing and maintaining a high standard of facilities functionality. This role is responsible for using their specialized knowledge to resolve, repair and provide preventative maintenance playing a critical role in creating a positive member experience.
The District Facilities Specialist works directly in the clubs of a given district to ensure the safety, repair and maintenance of the overall facility. With expertise in a trade(s) such as Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Safety and or Pool Equipment, the District Facilities Specialist will support in establishing and maintaining a high standard of facilities functionality. This role is responsible for using their specialized knowledge to resolve, repair and provide preventative maintenance playing a critical role in creating a positive member experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES
* Assemble and disassemble gym and building equipment to ensure all external and internal parts are clean and functioning properly.
* Assess and troubleshoot equipment to restore them to functioning status. This includes, but is not limited to the following based on specialization:
* Pool Pumps/Filters/Chlorinators
* Drains, Showers, Toilets, Sinks and Urinals
* Electrical Panels, Fuses and Motors
* HVAC units and Exhaust Fans
* Boilers, Steam generators and Water Heaters
* Log all needed repair work or services into the clubs workorder management system
* Communicate directly with vendors and technical support teams to diagnose issues and ensure proper part ordering.
* Partners with the District Repair and Maintenance Manager to create and execute a facility maintenance calendar for designated area of expertise.
* Prioritize and address emergency facility issues as-needed.
* Has been trained in and follows all OSHA, company, and Facilities department safety guidelines on a daily basis
* Ensure proper operation and maintenance of all interior and exterior areas that are within the leased premises of each club.
* Assemble and disassemble gym and building equipment to ensure all external and internal parts are clean and functioning properly.
* Assess and troubleshoot equipment to restore them to functioning status. This includes, but is not limited to the following based on specialization:
* Pool Pumps/Filters/Chlorinators
* Drains, Showers, Toilets, Sinks and Urinals
* Electrical Panels, Fuses and Motors
* HVAC units and Exhaust Fans
* Boilers, Steam generators and Water Heaters
* Log all needed repair work or services into the clubs workorder management system
* Communicate directly with vendors and technical support teams to diagnose issues and ensure proper part ordering.
* Partners with the District Repair and Maintenance Manager to create and execute a facility maintenance calendar for designated area of expertise.
* Prioritize and address emergency facility issues as-needed.
* Has been trained in and follows all OSHA, company, and Facilities department safety guidelines on a daily basis
* Ensure proper operation and maintenance of all interior and exterior areas that are within the leased premises of each club.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Trade skills in either plumbing, HVAC, electrical, fire safety and or pool equipment.
* 1-5 years of experience in a facilities, trade, or engineering role.
* High School Diploma
* Ability to read and adhere to schedules and calendared events.
* Ability to read Standard operating procedures and equipment instructional guides.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Highly organized and able to handle a multi-task environment.
* High level of professionalism, honesty, integrity, and an excellent work ethic.
* Diligence and a strong understanding of liability issues, general safety in a publicly operating business.
* Ability to manage and track work orders for multiple locations through a work order management system.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Prior Facilities or Engineering experience in a fitness, retail or hospitality.
* Skill and mastery of multiple trades relevant to the position.
* Holds required certifications for trade (electrical, HVAC, plumbing etc.)
Physical Demands/ Environmental Conditions
* While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk.
* Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
* Regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds.
* Telephone usage: ability to communicate with internal and external members.
* Required usage of cleaning chemicals, ladders, utensils and equipment.
* Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
* Noise level in the environment is occasionally loud.
Travel Requirement
* Travel by car within a given district
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Trade skills in either plumbing, HVAC, electrical, fire safety and or pool equipment.
* 1-5 years of experience in a facilities, trade, or engineering role.
* High School Diploma
* Ability to read and adhere to schedules and calendared events.
* Ability to read Standard operating procedures and equipment instructional guides.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Highly organized and able to handle a multi-task environment.
* High level of professionalism, honesty, integrity, and an excellent work ethic.
* Diligence and a strong understanding of liability issues, general safety in a publicly operating business.
* Ability to manage and track work orders for multiple locations through a work order management system.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Prior Facilities or Engineering experience in a fitness, retail or hospitality.
* Skill and mastery of multiple trades relevant to the position.
* Holds required certifications for trade (electrical, HVAC, plumbing etc.)
Physical Demands/ Environmental Conditions
* While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk.
* Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
* Regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds.
* Telephone usage: ability to communicate with internal and external members.
* Required usage of cleaning chemicals, ladders, utensils and equipment.
* Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
* Noise level in the environment is occasionally loud.
Travel Requirement
* Travel by car within a given district
BENEFITS AT 24
In line with our mission to create a healthier, happier world, we offer comprehensive benefits to help our team members do just that. We offer benefits such as paid time off, medical and dental coverage, 401k with match for qualifying positions, a free gym membership, and discounts on products and personal training. We also have a variety of Employee Resource Groups that you can connect with to participate in community events both in-person and virtually.
In line with our mission to create a healthier, happier world, we offer comprehensive benefits to help our team members do just that. We offer benefits such as paid time off, medical and dental coverage, 401k with match for qualifying positions, a free gym membership, and discounts on products and personal training. We also have a variety of Employee Resource Groups that you can connect with to participate in community events both in-person and virtually.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended to describe the general job functions and requirements for this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the qualifications, responsibilities, duties, and skills required. 24 Hour Fitness reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.