General Maintenance Technician

Sarasota, FL

About the position

The position involves conducting light custodial services and performing routine maintenance and repairs on YMCA buildings, grounds, and equipment. The role requires a combination of technical skills and physical labor to ensure the facilities are well-maintained and safe for use.

Responsibilities

• Performs minor and major repairs of all buildings and equipment.
• Replaces broken windows; repairs doors, door locks; installs window blinds.
• Installs flooring of all types.
• Repairs plumbing fixtures including but not limited to toilets, sinks, and urinals.
• Replace and repair receptacles, switches, lighting fixtures and ballasts.
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Performs basic carpentry, including but not limited to ceiling tile replacements, plaster and drywall repairs; interior and exterior painting.
• Performs light custodial duties and general clean-up of all areas of the building as directed.
• Performs basic grounds maintenance, as needed.
• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 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.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning protocols and chemicals.
• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy.
• Able 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 as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening.

Nice-to-haves

• CPR and First Aid Certifications required.
• Annual Completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training.
• Annual Completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class.
• Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols.
• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor.