Maintenance Director

YMCA of Western North Carolina • Asheville, NC

23h • $49,534 - $61,918 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Director, referred to as the Property Director in the role description, manages maintenance and housekeeping of the assigned center’s facilities, grounds, and vehicles under the direction of the Director of Facilities and Risk Management. The role contributes to center operations through leadership and support for operations and events, while advancing the YMCA of Western North Carolina’s mission, policies, and core values.

The position leads facility safety and risk-management efforts, preventive maintenance, repairs, groundskeeping, vehicle upkeep, supplies and inventories, and staff or vendor supervision. It works with local, state, and federal agencies to support regulatory compliance and collaborates with staff and organizational leaders on service goals, budgets, and special projects. The YMCA of Western North Carolina is a nonprofit serving communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It operates seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in a related field.
• Computer skills and experience with standard business software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage positive relationships with staff and vendors.
• Experience and skill estimating the cost and quantity of materials needed for building-structure and mechanical-equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of proper hazardous-material handling.
• Thorough knowledge of acceptable maintenance and repair across phases of building maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used to maintain commercial facilities and grounds.
• Ability to clearly see, hear, and speak; perform fine motor tasks; and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to consistently stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; safely navigate ladders, confined spaces, rooftops, and crawl spaces; and wear required protective equipment.
• Must possess or be willing to acquire a North Carolina CDL with medical card to drive a school bus if assigned to the Youth Services Center.
• Must obtain CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, and First Aid certifications within the first 90 days.
• Must obtain Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification within the first 90 days if assigned to pool-based facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty education, certification, and/or experience in building systems such as HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, or other skilled trades.

Responsibilities

• Model inclusive behaviors and embrace all dimensions of diversity.
• Support service-line and department objectives measured by identified goals and KPIs.
• Participate in budgeting and steward association resources.
• Lead risk management and safety efforts for assigned centers, including documented safety audits, issue resolution, required staff training, and emergency and hazardous-material records.
• Inform staff about changes in technology, laws, codes, and regulations related to facility and grounds maintenance and management.
• Maintain third-party contracts in accordance with association standards.
• Direct and perform preventive maintenance and general repairs on relevant building systems and equipment, including HVAC, boilers, pumps, motors, small engines, vehicles, pools, roofs, concrete, asphalt, and fitness equipment.
• Direct and perform groundskeeping and facility upkeep, including landscaping, painting, sweeping, washing, digging, shoveling, and construction-related tasks.
• Continue to develop, implement, and maintain the Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Use Facility Dude and/or other software to track projects, staff assignments, and preventive maintenance.
• Conduct inventories and order supplies for the assigned facility.
• Coordinate work with appropriate individuals, support Facility Cabinet and special projects, attend meetings, contribute as a team member, and support special events as needed.
• Work with police, fire, health, building departments, and other government agencies to support compliance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain vehicles through cleaning, disinfecting, and regular pre- and post-trip maintenance; maintain vehicle fluids and supplies and ensure vehicles are fueled before assignment.
• For Youth Services Center assignments, conduct driver training and periodically check required vehicle-driver documentation.
• Schedule vehicle preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and registration renewals.
• Hire, coach, mentor, recruit, orient, train, supervise, and develop direct reports and/or contracted vendors in accordance with personnel policies and HR practices; conduct quarterly check-ins and annual reviews with department team members.
• Identify growth opportunities, forecast regularly, address financial deficiencies through monthly variance reports with organizational leaders, and implement plans to meet budget targets.
• Promote a culture of committed relationships and engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Group life insurance and long-term disability paid by the Y.
• Short-term disability, term life insurance, and dependent life insurance available for purchase.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution of 12% of salary, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Free YMCA membership.
• Free afterschool childcare and summer day camp.
• Program discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level