The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
The Flushing YMCA is seeking an experienced professional who will provide leadership to the overall operation of the mechanical, housekeeping and life/safety systems, including preventative and routine maintenance, fire safety, security and pool operating systems. The incumbent will ensure that the building has the required operating certifications and recordkeeping, as required by codes.
- Recruit, hire, train, develop and supervise staff. Review and evaluate performances, and develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Ensure that all mechanical infrastructure systems, electric, ventilation, HVAC and pool operation as well maintained.
- Oversee all contractors that work in the facility and grounds. Request to review bids, and recommend selection of contractors.
- Work with outside agencies such as Fire Department of New York (FDNY), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Buildings (DOB) and Housing and Development Board (HDB), to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations related to facilities and grounds. Maintain all required logs and record books.
- Develop budgets supporting the preventative and annual maintenance plans, and monitor expenditures against budget.
- Update facility plan periodically. Develop annual plan of capital projects, consistent with the YMCA of Greater New York’s strategic plan and community needs, capital improvements and deferred maintenance projects.
- Advise management on maintenance issues and projects as requested. Work with Association Office staff and teams to provide the most efficient systems of all building and mechanical operations.
- Maintain building certifications as required by the YMCA and regulatory agencies (pool operator, sprinkler system, standpipe system, etc.).
- Maintain positive relationships with members, staff and vendors.
- Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
- Five years of experience in building operation and supervision of maintenance staff.
- Experience in resident and guest room operations
- Fire Safety Director Certification required.
- Sprinkler, standpipe, fire drill conductor and hazmat certifications are strongly desired.
- NYC Pool Operator license desired. In addition, must obtain YMCA Pool certification within the first 30 days of employment.
- Knowledge of HVAC, steam, boiler, electrical and mechanical systems, and experience supervising a 24/7 building staff.
- Knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations – Electrical (NYC), Plumbing (NYC), Fire Protection System (NYC), Building Construction and Management, Energy Conservation, and Burner & Boiler, Project Management, Bidding, project proposals and preventative maintenance programs.
- Hands-on knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be available to respond to emergency calls during off-hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Solid computer skills with knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
- Must be able to effectively manage self and others in a fast paced environment.