Under the direction of the CEO the Facilities Director oversees functions related to YMCA property, equipment and facility – including the Northern Berkshire Y, Pittsfield Y and other YMCA owned properties. Responsibilities include supervising and scheduling staff, residence, security, budgeting, equipment maintenance and ensuring culture of cleanliness and safety. Experience in managing HVAC, pool operation, electrical, plumbing and mechanicals is important.
As a member of the leadership team responsibilities include membership development, risk management, building supervision, annual giving campaigns, staffing committees as designated, financial development, and attending YMCA functions. This position is responsible for modeling, teaching and exemplifying the qualities and values, which are inherent to the mission and purpose of the YMCA.
- Experience in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, pool operations and boiler systems preferred. Ensure high quality maintenance and cleaning of pool mechanical room. Must have or be willing to obtain CPO certification within first 6 months of hire. Ensure pool licensing requirements are met.
- Perform and or assign outdoor landscaping and snow removal duties.
- Develop/Implement a risk management policy and protocol is in place to ensure that all property and facilities meet code requirements and are safe for participant use.
- Recruits, hires, trains, schedules and directs part-time and full-time maintenance personnel and volunteers. Reviews and evaluates staff performance on a yearly basis. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
- Assure cleaning tasks and aesthetic repairs are completed according to set standards through regular checks. Perform cleaning tasks and aesthetic repairs as needed.
- Ensure proper operation of equipment including, but not limited to, HVAC, kitchen equipment, fitness equipment, plumbing, water treatment, pool equipment and electrical systems.
- Develop and implement program for regular inspections and preventive maintenance of equipment, buildings and grounds. Maintain property and equipment inspection, preventative maintenance, and repair records.
- Ensure all equipment is maintained and operated in accordance to manufacture specification, and policies and procedures of the Y. May include policy and procedure development.
- Ensure maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely, cost-effective manner.
- Assist CEO to identify long range plans for all facilities, grounds, and other assets owned by the Y.
- Communicate with appropriate staff, volunteers, and outside contractors to review and/or develop repairs and/or projects.
- Communicate with appropriate staff and volunteers regarding facility needs and respond timely to needs identified.
- Builds relationships with and among members, responds to inquiries and solves problems. Creates a safe and supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new members, and connects members to the YMCA’s cause.
- Lead regular department staff meetings and safety training.
- Schedule and organize trainings to ensure staff are certified in required areas.
- Develops and controls department budgets related to the position.
- Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA. Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
- Assist as needed with YMCA operations, building coverage, meetings and special events.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the CEO
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in facility maintenance or building trade required
- 1-2 years related staff leadership experience
- Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical repair, pool, and other maintenance-related areas.
- Knowledge and experience implementing ADA, OSHA and general safety compliance standards.
- Ability to use tools, equipment and chemicals in prescribed manner; read labels and instructions
- Proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials.
- Skills in supervision, budget management and project management.
- Current license to drive with records that meet YMCA standards.
- Understands the mission of the YMCA.
- Ability to learn and utilize software specific to job responsibilities.
$45,000.00 - $52,000.00