FT Facilities Specialist

YMCA of Southern Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Southern Arizona is seeking a Facilities Specialist to support daily preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and safe, welcoming facilities for staff, members, and guests.

The role requires 3–5 years in facilities or related fields, with HVAC/plumbing/electrical experience and required CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire. YMCA online training is also part of onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of experience in facilities, maintenance or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• HVAC, plumbing, and electrical experience preferred.
• Certifications within 30 days: CPR/AED and First Aid.
• YMCA online training to be completed upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and model excellent customer service to create a welcoming environment for staff, members, and guests.
• Perform day-to-day preventive maintenance and complete work orders for YMCA facilities.
• Respond to safety concerns and enforce YMCA safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain fiscal integrity across the association.
• Assist with ordering, transporting and stocking related supplies; keep equipment organized.
• Coordinate annual inspections and assist with large facility projects as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Customer service orientation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LifeFitness/Cybex/Matrix/Precor maintenance

Job description

FACILITIES SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION

Facilities Specialist supports the work of the YMCA of Southern Arizona, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. This position is responsible for the day-to-day preventive items that may include painting, basic plumbing/electrical and routine maintenance. Through excellent work ethic and craftsmanship, this position will help to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all, ultimately contributing to the overall success of the organization as a whole.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A FACILITIES SPECIALIST

• Provide leadership and model excellent customer service to provide a welcoming environment for all staff, members, and guests by following customer service best practices. This includes (but is not limited to) adhering to the “ten-foot rule” and maintaining eye contact.
• Effectively engage with diverse groups of people with different abilities and backgrounds.
• Create and foster strong relationships with YMCA staff, members, program participants, and guests in order to connect them with others and the YMCA.
• Take ownership through seeking to understand member and staff concerns and successfully take actions to resolve each unique situation.
• Has the ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations while adhering to the safety policies and procedures set by the YMCA of Southern Arizona.
• Collect, maintain, and report necessary data to assist with maintaining efficient operations.
• Work with leadership to take appropriate action to maintain the fiscal integrity across the association.
• Complete maintenance work orders for all YMCA facilities in a timely and cost-effective manner that meet local and YMCA health and safety standards.
• Work with leadership in identifying any safety concerns and to address code requirements.
• Work with the Executive Director of Properties and Facilities to implement and maintain preventive maintenance plans across the association.
• Assist with ordering, transporting (when applicable), and stocking inventory of all related supplies.
• Keep supplies and equipment well organized and clean.
• Remain knowledgeable of all safety and risk management procedures in order to respond to facility issues in a timely manner.
• Report any suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct.
• Maintain compliance with required documentation of SDS manual and all OSHA standards.
• Work with leadership to coordinate annual building and other required inspections for facilities.
• Assist with large facility projects as assigned by the Executive Director of Properties and Facilities.
• Promote and represent the mission and core values of the YMCA.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A FACILITIES SPECIALIST

• Must be at least 25 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Have acquired 3-5 years of experience in facilities, maintenance or related field
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of proper power tool use and safety
• Intermediate or advanced mechanical knowledge
• Experience in HVAC, plumbing, and/or electrical preferred
• Certification, training and/or extensive experience in the maintenance and repair of fitness equipment from LifeFitness/Cybex, Matrix, and Precor
• Certifications required within thirty (30) days of hire: CPR/AED and First Aid
• Completion of YMCA’s online training upon date of hire

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

• Free YMCA membership for employee, one additional adult and all the employee's dependents under age 24, living in the household
• 12% Employer funded retirement plan (once eligible)
• Medical Insurance and 100% Employer funded dental and vision insurance (employee only - dependents can be added at employee's expense)
• 100% Employer funded long-term disability and life insurance after 90 days of employment
• Seven (7) paid holidays and three (3) paid personal days per year
• Vacation time accrued after 90 days of employment - accrual amount based on years of service
• 50% off YMCA of Southern Arizona programs (eg: swim lessons, summer day camp registrations, sports leagues, personal training packages, and more!)

OUR YMCA CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.