Assistant Maintenance Director

YMCA of the Jersey Shore; Freehold Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the Jersey Shore is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Director to lead day-to-day maintenance operations across branch facilities. You will review, assign, and monitor work orders, personally perform complex repairs, and coordinate with outside vendors as needed.

You will implement preventive maintenance plans, conduct regular facility inspections, and maintain comprehensive records. The role requires supervising two full-time staff and ensuring safety and operational readiness at all

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of progressively responsible facility management experience.
• CPO certification and boiler license (or willingness to obtain within 180 days).
• Knowledge of NJ Department of Health Standards is required.
• Experience supervising maintenance staff and coordinating with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Review, prioritize, assign, and monitor maintenance work orders.
• Personally perform repairs and coordinate with outside vendors when needed.
• Implement and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and address safety/operational concerns.
• Maintain records of inspections, repairs, and equipment status.
• Coordinate vendor visits and annual maintenance planning.
• Lead and supervise maintenance staff of two full-time employees.
• Respond to safety and emergency situations and escalate when required.

Skills

Facility management

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

HVAC

Carpentry

Plumbing

Leadership

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPO certification

Black seal boiler license or willingness to obtain within 180 days

Knowledge of NJ Department of Health Standards

Tools

N/A

Job description

The Assistant Maintenance Director is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance operations and work-order management for the YMCA of the Jersey Shore branch facilities. Reporting to the Director of Facilities & Properties, this position provides direct leadership and supervision to two full-time maintenance staff and serves as the primary point of coordination for routine facility maintenance needs.The Assistant Maintenance Director will review, prioritize, assign, and monitor maintenance work orders, determining the appropriate level of response based on the nature, urgency, and complexity of each request. The position will personally complete maintenance and repair work requiring a higher level of technical skill or expertise and will coordinate with outside vendors and contractors when work exceeds the capabilities or scope of the maintenance team.Review, prioritize, assign, and monitor work orders based on urgency, operational impact, staff availability, and required skill level.Personally perform repairs, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks requiring advanced technical skills or experience.Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, materials used, and outstanding maintenance needs.Implement and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.Conduct regular facility inspections and identify maintenance, safety, and operational concerns.Ensure identified deficiencies are addressed or appropriately escalated.Monitor building systems, equipment, grounds, parking areas, and other facility components.Maintain appropriate records of inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment conditions.Assist in developing and maintaining long-term facility maintenance plans.Perform skilled maintenance and repair work involving building systems, equipment, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, doors and hardware, painting, fixtures, and other facility components within the employee's qualifications and authorization.Coordinate routine vendor and contractor visits for assigned facilities as directed by the Director of Facilities & Properties.Immediately address or escalate conditions that may present a safety or operational risk.Maintain safe work practices and ensure maintenance staff follow appropriate safety procedures.Required trainings include but not limited to: Bloodborne Pathogens, Lockout Tag-out, Confined Space, Hazard Communication, Child Abuse Prevention, Slips, Trips & Falls, Safe Lifting, plus New Team Member Orientation, CPO, CPR and First Aid. Attend staff meetings within the specified timeframes.High school diploma or equivalent.Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible facility Management.Technical knowledge in areas of preventative maintenance, painting, construction, machinery operation, and maintenance procedures.CPO (Certified Pool Operators) certification and Black seal boiler license or wiliness to obtain within 180 days of employment.Solid understanding of NJ Department of Health StandardsDemonstrated experience performing skilled maintenance and repairs.Experience supervising, leading, or directing maintenance personnel.Ability to troubleshoot building systems and determine appropriate repair solutions.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and respond appropriately to urgent facility needs.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation as required for the position.Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with branch and association leadership.Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.Must have flexible work schedule.WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, climb ladders, walk, shovel snow, plow snow, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity.The work is performed both indoors and out and may require travel to various locations.While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.