General Maintenance Tech

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting the safe, clean, functional, and well-maintained condition of LCFYMCA facilities and grounds. Performs routine facility maintenance, minor repairs, preventative maintenance, seasonal outdoor maintenance, and facility setup for programs and events. Monitors facility conditions, identifies maintenance and safety concerns, and responds to work requests as needed. In the absence of the primary custodian, performs assigned custodial duties to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance throughout the facility and grounds.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, fixtures, safety equipment, building systems, and facility areas to identify maintenance needs and potential safety concerns.
• Complete general facility repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, doors, locks, furniture, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner.
• Assist with preventative maintenance schedules and maintain accurate records of completed work.
• Maintain safe, functional, and attractive interior and exterior facility spaces.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance, including snow and ice removal, landscaping, weather-related preparations, and other outdoor tasks as needed.
• Set up, move, and take down tables, chairs, equipment, and other items for programs, events, and facility activities.
• Monitor facility conditions and promptly report significant maintenance needs, hazards, incidents, or equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and service providers when directed.
• Safely operate motorized and stationary equipment as needed.
• In the absence of the primary custodian, maintain the cleanliness of LCFYMCA facilities by completing duties listed on the daily schedule, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window cleaning, vacuuming, and refilling restroom and locker room dispensers.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months related experience required.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Basic mechanical abilities.
• Demostrated experience and knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and instructions.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here 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 talk and hear; stand, walk, crouch, climb ladders and stairs; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms to use manual and power tools/equipment.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.