Senior Maintenance Technician – Facilities & HVAC

The Young Women's Christian Association of Kalamazoo, Mich; Parchment (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Young Women's Christian Association of Kalamazoo, Mich is seeking a Maintenance Technician IV to ensure safe, efficient operation of all facilities. You will perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance, lead small volunteer groups, and coordinate with external contractors as needed.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of progressive maintenance experience in commercial and residential settings, with strong knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; Associate's degree in facilities management, construction management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive professional experience in maintenance or facilities, including work at both commercial and residential properties.
• Demonstrated experience leading a maintenance project, facilities initiative, or equivalent work - non-supervisory role.
• Ability to coordinate and provide direction to small groups of volunteers or temporary helpers as needed.
• Advanced working knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across complex, multi-system issues.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical diagrams, mechanical schematics, and applicable code requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Experience coordinating with external contractors, vendors, and utility providers.
• Must pass criminal, child abuse and neglect, and sex offender background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate expert-level, multi-system maintenance and repair across all YWCA residential and commercial facilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and structural issues prior to reviewing the details with the director.
• Lead a comprehensive preventative maintenance program to optimize facility performance and reduce emergency repair costs.
• Interpret and apply blueprints, electrical diagrams, mechanical schematics, and applicable codes to guide installation and repair work.
• Evaluate and recommend capital improvements, system upgrades, and deferred maintenance priorities to facility leadership.
• Lead assigned facilities projects and initiatives from planning through completion, consistent with Manager Band expectations.
• Coordinate and provide direction to small groups of volunteers or temporary helpers supporting maintenance and facilities work, as needed.
• Track project progress, materials, timelines, and outcomes; report results to the Director of Facilities.
• Support the Director of Facilities in project scoping, planning, and execution for renovations and major repairs.
• Note: This is a non-supervisory position. The Maintenance Technician IV does not hold supervisory authority over YWCA employees.

Skills

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Building systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics

Independent work

Vendors coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in facilities management or related field

Tools

Computerized maintenance management systems

Job description

The Young Women's Christian Association of Kalamazoo, Mich is seeking a Maintenance Technician IV to ensure safe, efficient operation of all facilities. You will perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance, lead small volunteer groups, and coordinate with external contractors as needed.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of progressive maintenance experience in commercial and residential settings, with strong knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.