Center Facility Technician-Trotter YMCA

Job Summary

Performs a variety of tasks in order to keep facilities in clean and orderly condition. Works independently under general instructions and is expected to determine how to accomplish work assignments.

Essential Functions

• Operates and monitors facility mechanical plant and reports any malfunctions to supervisor.
• Provides support to YMCA technicians during preventive maintenance of primary electro/mechanical systems such as air conditioning systems, heating systems, electrical systems, and plumbing systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on fitness equipment and either makes repairs or coordinates repairs with outside resource as required.
• Performs routine maintenance of pool and spas and make chemical adjustments as required.
• Oversee work of outside maintenance and cleaning service contractors.
• Performs minor plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.
• Covers work of Facilities Technician and outside vendors for major repairs to plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Performs architectural repairs including wall repair and painting.
• Performs general maintenance duties including changing light bulbs and ballasts, housekeeping and grounds work.
• Works in a safe manner and recognizes unsafe situations. Takes appropriate action to ensure safety of themselves and others in the centers.
• Provide emergency support and response as needed.
• Orders maintenance supplies as needed.
• Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follows mandated abuse and incident reporting requirements.
• Meet timelines and deadlines related to supporting systems and employee compliance.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial experience in operations of building systems, including swimming pools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external customers.
• Clear driving record and valid Texas Driver’s License.

Other Duties

Example includes but are not limited to Kronos Workforce Ready for review and approval of time sheets. Other duties may be assigned.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting and/or moving items over 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• Frequent exposure to chemicals, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to a variety of extreme heat conditions at outdoor pool sites.
• Exposure to noise levels in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Reasoning Abilities

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to resolve routine problems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to be sensitive and alert to the needs, feelings, and safety of others.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Some weekends or evening hours necessary in emergency situations. Travel occasionally to centers within the Greater Houston area during the business day.

Reimbursement Information

The YMCA of Greater Houston provides Equal Employment Opportunities for employment to all employees and applicants, including disability and protected veteran status.