Building Superintendent

YMCA OF YONKERS INC•City of Yonkers, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Live-In Superintendent is responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, and overall condition of the YMCA of Yonkers six-story facility, which includes community program spaces, administrative offices, and a 75-unit Single Room Occupancy (SRO) residence. This role resides on-site in a provided unit and oversees all building operations, including maintenance, repairs, inspections, safety systems, work order management, and emergency response. The Superintendent directly supervises the Building Engineer and Facilities Operations Technicians to ensure the facility remains clean, safe, and fully operational for residents, members, and staff. At the YMCA of Yonkers, facilities are more than structures; they are spaces for community connection, growth, and belonging. The Facilities team supports this mission through Safety (maintaining a clean, secure, and well-maintained environment), Stewardship (preserving the facility through proactive maintenance), and Service (supporting residents, staff, and members with professionalism and care).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
3–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or property management
Supervisory experience required
Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems
Ability to perform hands-on repairs and oversee vendor work
Strong organizational and communication skills
Must reside on-site and be available for emergencies
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work
Ability to obtain additional certifications as required

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade training in facilities, HVAC, or building systems preferred
Familiarity with boilers and life safety systems preferred
OSHA 10 certification preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of the entire facility, including residential, program, and administrative spaces
Conduct regular walkthroughs to ensure safety, cleanliness, and preventive maintenance
Perform and assign repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems
Maintain boilers, elevators, fire alarms, and life safety systems in compliance with code requirements
Coordinate and supervise vendors and contractors
Maintain logs for inspections, repairs, incidents, and work orders
Manage the Zoho Desk system, including assigning and tracking work orders
Respond to building emergencies during and outside scheduled hours
Perform cleaning in mechanical and non-public areas as needed
Respond to emergency clean-up situations such as leaks, spills, and hazards
Support facilities staff during peak needs or urgent conditions
Supervise, schedule, and evaluate the Building Engineer and Facilities staff
Assign and track work orders to ensure timely completion
Conduct team meetings and safety briefings
Support staff training and development
Ensure compliance with Yonkers and New York State codes and regulations
Coordinate with program and housing staff on facility needs
Prepare for inspections and audits
Assist with capital planning, budgeting, and facility improvements
Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as directed by leadership
Be available on-call during evenings, weekends, and holidays, including Sundays
Respond to emergencies such as lockouts, leaks, system failures, and alarm activations