FACILITIES SPECIALIST

First Ascent Climbing & Fitness is focused on growing a vibrant community that shares a passion for climbing and fitness. For more information, please visit www.faclimbing.com

Our mission at First Ascent Climbing and Fitness is to share our love of climbing, connect people through movement, and create welcoming, supportive spaces that strengthen minds, bodies, and communities. We offer indoor rock climbing, high-end fitness equipment, classes, personal training, and yoga at each of our locations. First Ascent is a growing company, and we are looking for people that will help us continually get better at what we do as we discover how to best serve our members and visitors. We will look to you to help us be creative, think outside the box, evaluate what works and what does not, and implement changes effectively—and have a blast in the process.

FA is seeking a proactive, friendly, and independent individual to serve as a Facilities Specialist.  As a Facilities Specialist, you will work closely with our Facilities Coordinator to ensure that each of our Chicagoland gyms are looking great, functioning properly and delivering an exceptional experience for our members and guests.

This position reports directly to the Facilities Coordinator.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance and repair

  • Water fountain, chalk filtration, and HVAC filter replacements; climbing floor upkeep; fitness equipment maintenance

  • Locker door and lock repairs; light ballast replacement; toilet and faucet repair; paint touchup and drywall repair

• Preventative maintenance

  • Inspecting various aspects of the facility to ensure potential issues are addressed

• Improvements

  • Furniture and fixture construction; light carpentry; fitness equipment installation; lighting installation; flooring installation; other equipment installation

• Emergency repair preparedness

  • Water leak, electrical issues, and equipment failure

• Collaborating with management to ensure each gym’s needs are being met

REQUIREMENTS AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience preferred

• Knowledgeable in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall and painting

• Independently motivated

• Ability to travel to all Chicagoland locations on a regular basis

• Lift certification or prior experience preferred

• Friendly demeanor; Positive attitude; Flexible working style; Creative problem solving skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Exceptional communication and creative problem-solving skills

• Friendly demeanor, positive attitude and adaptability to various personality types Flexible working style and ability to multitask, set priorities and manage time effectively

• Basic tool knowledge

• Proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting

• Comfortable working at height from either ladder or lift

• Rock climbing experience is a plus!

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Full-time, hourly position with competitive starting pay of $22–$26/hour, based on experience and qualifications

• PTO package. Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance Offered

• 401(k) Plan Offered

• Free membership to all First Ascent locations

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor and outdoor, all weather conditions

• Occasionally working at height from either ladder or lift

• Noise level ranges from moderate to loud

• Employee must be able to concentrate through distraction and communicate effectively

EEO STATEMENT:

First Ascent is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. First Ascent does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protective order status, military status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. First Ascent prohibits harassment of any individual on any of the protected characteristics listed above.