Maintenance Technician II

Greater Austin YMCA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Austin YMCA is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to perform skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventative work across YMCA facilities and building systems. You will address a variety of needs independently, offering technical guidance and ensuring safe, reliable operations in support of YMCA programs and services.

The role emphasizes diagnosing complex issues, executing preventative maintenance, and collaborating with supervisors and peers to maintain high facility standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of facilities maintenance, building operations, or related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Technical certification or licensing in a specialty area such as HVAC, plumbing, or electrical preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building systems to stay safe, functional, and efficient.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Identify potential maintenance concerns and recommend solutions before impact on operations.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance activities to extend equipment life.
• Diagnose and repair issues involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and other facility systems.
• Provide guidance to Level I technicians and interpret manuals and schematics to support repairs.
• Respond to work orders and service requests in a timely, professional manner.
• Prioritize work based on safety, operational impact, and urgency.
• Document completed work, materials used, and equipment history.
• Support facility projects, upgrades, inspections, and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Building systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Why Your Role MattersThe Maintenance Technician II performs skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair work across YMCA facilities and building systems. This role independently addresses a variety of maintenance needs while helping identify and resolve issues before they impact operations. Through technical expertise, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to quality, the Maintenance Technician II helps maintain safe, reliable, and well-functioning facilities that support YMCA programs and services.

Why Your Role MattersThe Maintenance Technician II performs skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair work across YMCA facilities and building systems. This role independently addresses a variety of maintenance needs while helping identify and resolve issues before they impact operations. Through technical expertise, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to quality, the Maintenance Technician II helps maintain safe, reliable, and well-functioning facilities that support YMCA programs and services.

How You Will Make An Impact

Maintain Reliable Facility Operations

• Ensure building systems, equipment, and facilities remain safe, functional, and operating efficiently.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs to minimize downtime and prevent recurring issues.
• Identify potential maintenance concerns and recommend solutions before they impact operations.

Execute Preventative and Corrective Maintenance

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance activities to extend equipment life and improve reliability.
• Diagnose and repair issues involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and other facility systems.
• Perform repairs with a focus on quality, safety, and long-term solutions.

Provide Technical Expertise and Support

• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for maintenance-related issues and provide guidance to Level I technicians when needed.
• Interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation to support repairs and installations.
• Determine when issues require additional expertise, contractors, or specialized support.

Deliver Responsive Service

• Respond to work orders, service requests, and facility needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Prioritize work based on safety, operational impact, and urgency.
• Communicate repair status, challenges, and recommendations effectively with supervisors and internal partners.

Improve Maintenance Processes

• Identify opportunities to improve preventative maintenance programs, reduce repeat failures, and increase efficiency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work, materials used, and equipment history.
• Support facility projects, upgrades, inspections, and improvement initiatives.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To The Y

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of facilities maintenance, building operations, or related maintenance experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance systems.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex maintenance issues.
• Technical certification or licensing in a specialty area such as HVAC, plumbing, or electrical preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and make sound decisions.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or participate in emergency/on-call coverage as needed.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, carry, climb, and perform physical tasks throughout the day. The Maintenance Technician must be able to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds, operate maintenance tools and equipment, and work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. The ability to respond to facility needs, complete repairs, and maintain a safe environment is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.