Facilities Professional - Full-Time

West Suburban YMCA • Newton, MA

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About The Position

The Facilities Professional supports the overall operation, safety, and appearance of YMCA facilities under the direction of the Maintenance Director. The role maintains a clean, safe, and well-functioning environment for members, staff, and guests through custodial work, light maintenance, facility monitoring, and support for events and emergencies. Duties include cleaning and sanitizing, floor care, waste management, common-area upkeep, minor repairs, preventive maintenance, facility setup, and seasonal grounds work. The position also supports multiple locations, including Camp Chickami and Camp Frank A. Day, and contributes to a welcoming environment and the YMCA’s equity and inclusion commitments.

The role requires schedule flexibility to meet operational and seasonal needs, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency or weather-related shifts. A valid driver’s license is required to support travel between sites. CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are requested within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• At least one year of related facilities and maintenance experience, with demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities with increasing independence.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites as needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency or weather-related shifts as required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply written and verbal instructions, including safety procedures, maintenance manuals, and operational guidelines.
• Ability to document, track, and communicate maintenance requests and facility conditions using established reporting systems.
• Working knowledge of commercial cleaning methods, tools, and facility maintenance equipment, with attention to safety and efficiency.
• Basic understanding of preventive maintenance principles and equipment care.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and maintenance solutions, including safe handling, dilution, storage, and application.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a service-oriented environment.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging through daily actions and collaboration.
• Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire and maintain and renew them as needed.
• Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform essential duties, including working on ladders and platforms up to 30 feet and handling cleaning and maintenance materials and equipment.
• Ability to work in dirt- and dust-producing conditions and perform tasks involving reaching overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, carrying, working in confined spaces, twisting, and lying on the stomach or back.

Nice To Haves

• Trade experience or technical certifications in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, pool operations, or general building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe, and welcoming facilities through floor care, waste management, sanitation, and upkeep of assigned areas and equipment.
• Monitor facility conditions and identify maintenance and safety needs, resolving them directly or coordinating with leadership.
• Perform custodial and light maintenance duties, including minor repairs, painting, window care, pool-area upkeep, snow removal, and lawn care.
• Safely operate and maintain motorized and non-motorized equipment used in facility operations.
• Prepare facilities for events by setting up, breaking down, and transitioning rooms and spaces.
• Help keep buildings and grounds secure and safe, respond to emergencies, and report incidents or hazards promptly.
• Maintain inventory and stock supplies to ensure essential materials are available.
• Provide maintenance support across locations, including Camp Chickami and Camp Frank A. Day.
• Work varied schedules, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency or weather-related shifts, as operational needs require.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and support transportation or other operational needs as required.
• Support the YMCA’s equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging commitments through daily interactions and practices.
• Perform additional duties in support of facility operations, member experience, and organizational goals.
• Follow abuse-risk screening, supervision, training, feedback, policy, reporting, and escalation procedures.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Group health insurance with vision and prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid retirement contribution once vested (12% retirement contribution stated in the posting)
• YMCA membership, including free family membership
• Access to child care services
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED