Facilities Technician

YMCA of Greater Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Parking

YMCA Membership

Retirement plan

Program discounts

Family membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Boston is seeking a Facilities Manager for the Wang YMCA to maintain the branch’s physical condition, safety and presentation. You will oversee non-complex building systems, conduct in-house repairs, and coordinate with the Facilities Director to ensure reliable operations.

Responsibilities include daily maintenance, documentation of systems, managing preventive tasks, and serving as a liaison for inspections and capital projects, with after-hours on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; advanced degree preferred.
• Hands-on repairs to basic plumbing, electrical and grounds gear.
• Facility certification in major discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• General building and grounds maintenance, including minor carpentry, cleaning, electrical, and plumbing.
• Operate and document building systems (alarms, lighting, water, HVAC, elevators).
• Contract maintenance and repairs, schedule work, and maintain records.
• Liaise with program directors for permits, inspections, and certifications.
• Collaborate with Aquatics Director on pool, steam, and sauna systems.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Groundskeeping

HVAC basics

Property management

Preventative maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Reporting directly to the Regional Facilities Director, this position is primarily responsible for the overall physical condition and presentation of the YMCA branch, to assure that the facilities are clean, safe and in good repair. This position is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of non-complex building systems, components, fixtures, and equipment.

The Facilities Manager must be available to respond to emergency situations after hours, on weekends and as needed.

This role requires hands‑on experience in facilities maintenance for in‑house repairs (light electrical, plumbing, and care of grounds).

Department: Center Staff

Location: Wang YMCA

Compensation: $63,000 - $78,000 / year

Key Responsibilities

• General building and grounds maintenance includes without limitation, physically performing minor carpentry, cleaning, electrical, furniture / equipment assembly, landscaping, masonry, painting, plumbing, snow removal, supply and inventory control, and event preparations.
• Responsible for the proper operation and documentation all building systems, to include without limitation, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, security alarm, emergency lighting and signage, emergency egress, building access control, monitoring and recording, fuel distribution, elevators, generators, communications, disposal, sanitary, domestic water, plumbing, electric, heating, cooling, and ventilation.
• Responsible for contracting the maintenance and repair of all building systems, from scope development (if necessary), competitive bidding, securing proper approvals, scheduling, implementation, qualifying and directing subsequent repairs and maintenance necessary and maintaining all records accordingly.
• Serves as the primary liaison in collaboration with applicable program Directors, for the compliance, permitting and certification requirements, including all local, state and federal inspections, and other agencies having jurisdiction.
• Collaborates with Aquatics Director to assure all pool, steam and sauna systems a functioning as designed and provides assistance with scheduling complex repairs and replacements.
• Inspects building envelope including masonry, concrete, EFIS, waterproofing, glazing, fire escapes, roofing, building entry and access, and other physical construction components and systems for structural and physical integrity.
• The Facilities Director has a dotted line responsibility to the Vice President of Facilities and may be involved with the annual Capital Improvement Program, as collaboratively determined by the Branch Leadership and the Facilities Department.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Education and license

• High School Diploma required; advanced degree preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and access to personal vehicle to use for work.

Experience

• Experience in facilities management. Education may be supplemented for years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to conduct hands on repairs to basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Facility certification in at least one major discipline preferred (electric, HVAC, plumbing or building design)

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.

• Ability to lift heavy program equipment (mower, snow blower, tools, docks, canoe, etc.)
• Ability to operate machinery and tools
• Summer work conditions may include 6 day per week and on‑call coverage

Skills and Competencies

• Experience in property management, preventative maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, pool maintenance and housekeeping
• Ability to monitor, supervise and correct individuals working in the maintenance department to ensure the highest level of quality of cleanliness and maintenance
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, be highly motivated and have a positive attitude about the YMCA and its mission

Benefits

Why work at the Y?

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• A healthy work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits including

• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)
• Free Parking
• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.