Facility Maintenance

YMCA of Southwest Florida • Punta Gorda, FL

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About The Position

Performs routine and extensive preventive maintenance and repairs on YMCA buildings, mechanical equipment, and other property. The role includes responding to emergency maintenance requests, assisting with building renovations and remodeling, and upholding staff safety requirements and cleaning protocols throughout the day. Other duties may be assigned.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of responsible experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must have skill using hand and power tools and working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, carpentry, and related maintenance areas. CPR and First Aid certifications are required, along with annual YMCA training in blood-borne pathogens and child sexual abuse prevention, staff safety requirements, and additional training as recommended by the supervisor.

Employment is contingent upon completing the required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and meeting applicable State of Florida and Association background-screening requirements. The stated pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2–3 years of responsible experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, carpentry, and other maintenance-related areas.
• Adhere to the drug-, alcohol-, and smoke-free workplace policy.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements and meet the Association’s background-screening policies; employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Complete YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training annually.
• Complete the YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class annually.
• Meet staff safety requirements and cleaning protocols.
• Complete additional training classes as recommended by the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor and major repairs to buildings and equipment.
• Replace broken windows; repair doors and door locks; and install window blinds.
• Install flooring of all types.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures, including toilets, sinks, and urinals.
• Install electrical wiring and equipment; replace and repair lighting fixtures and ballasts.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Assist with building renovations and remodeling; repair plaster and drywall; and perform interior and exterior painting.
• Uphold staff safety requirements, including department cleaning protocols throughout the day.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED