What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant position at Greater Peoria Family YMCA?
Overview
Under the guidance of the Director of Property and Grounds and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures established by the YMCA, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for any grounds keeping, general housekeeping duties or repairs at the Peoria YMCA.
The Maintenance Assistant understands that character development is the chief mission of the YMCA and personally exhibits a commitment to this goal in all YMCA operations.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of and implementation of an overall facility maintenance plan, including routine and preventive maintenance of all facility mechanical functions.
- Performs maintenance of landscape, HVAC systems, basic electrical and plumbing work, and carpentry.
- Assist in all necessary repairs, construction projects, and upkeep to buildings, including painting, roofing, fire safety, tile repair, minor electrical, HVAC preventative maintenance and plumbing and carpentry.
- Ensure the safety of all guests when operating power equipment and landscaping machinery
- Assist with housekeeping when required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for keeping the Director of Property and Grounds informed of maintenance and facility related issues that could affect the overall operation of the YMCA.
- Represents the YMCA with key community organizations and events as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of High School diploma or the equivalent.
- Related experience with landscaping, facility mechanical systems is required.
- A general knowledge of the use of power equipment, hand and power tools, electrical, plumbing, flooring and tile, cardio and exercise equipment repair and the ability to understand mechanical systems.
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
- Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Basic math skills and the ability to apply math concepts such as percentages, fractions, ratios, etc. as they relate to facility maintenance.
- Ability to define and solve problems, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
- Must be able to develop a clear understanding of the YMCA as an organization and how the YMCA relates to and serves the community.
- Ability to deal effectively with people at all levels or responsibility. Must be able to make judgement decisions readily.
- Knowledge of community resources is necessary.
Benefits
- Free Membership
- Discounted Programming
- Free CPR/AED/First Aid Training
- 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
- Paid Leave For All
- Opportunities for Training and Advancement
- Work That Makes a Lasting Difference
Posted Salary Range
USD $17.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.Salary : $17 - $24