Job Posting: Part‑Time Facilities Technician
Location: YWCA
Department: Facilities
Status: Part‑Time, Non‑Exempt
Reports To: Building Engineer
About the Role
The YWCA is seeking a motivated, hands‑on Part‑Time Facilities Technician to help maintain a safe, clean, and fully operational environment for our members, staff, and visitors. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, takes initiative, and excels at both independent and team‑based work. You’ll play a key role in keeping our fitness equipment, facility systems, pools, and building spaces running smoothly.
This part‑time position is perfect for candidates looking for flexible hours, meaningful work, and exceptional employee perks—including free YWCA gym membership and subsidized childcare.
Key Responsibilities
Facility & Equipment Maintenance
- Maintain and repair fitness equipment, supporting at least 90% operational uptime.
- Identify and correct unsafe conditions on the fitness floor.
- Assist the Building Engineer with facility repairs, including small projects, painting/patching, pool systems, electrical, HVAC, and grounds work.
- Complete scheduled pool checks, including logs and follow‑up chemical adjustments.
- Perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct and document regular equipment inspections.
- Maintain an organized and effective parts inventory.
- Provide after‑hours/on‑call support as scheduled (limited for part‑time staff).
Administrative Responsibilities
- Complete checklists, building logs, equipment logs, and preventive maintenance documentation.
- Monitor repair status and communicate updates with signage.
- Track repair and maintenance costs.
- Collaborate with the fitness team on equipment improvements aligned with member needs.
- Communicate effectively with vendors and follow the 24‑hour service call policy.
- Attend required meetings and trainings (scheduled to fit part‑time availability).
Qualifications
Required
- 2+ years of preventive maintenance and equipment repair experience.
- Experience maintaining and repairing building equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Commitment to proper safety practices.
- Ability to interpret and uphold the YWCA Mission and Vision.
- Special Engineer licensing (or Second Class) and willingness to train for Class C Boilers License within the first year.
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) OR ability to obtain within 3 months.
Preferred
- Trade or Technical School degree.
- Experience maintaining and repairing fitness equipment.
- CPR/AED certification (required within 30 days of hire).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. frequently.
- Regular walking; occasional standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
- Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
- Exposure to outdoor weather, humid conditions, mechanical parts, high places, fumes, chemicals, heat, and electrical risks.
- Noise levels are typically moderate.
Why Join Us?
Working at the YWCA means joining a mission‑driven organization dedicated to empowering our community. As a Part‑Time Facilities Technician, you directly support the quality, safety, and functionality of a space that thousands rely on every year.
Part‑time employees enjoy exceptional benefits, including:
- Free YWCA gym membership—full access to fitness facilities, classes, and wellness spaces.
- Subsidized childcare—affordable, high‑quality care for your family while you work.
- A supportive, collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for training, skill development, and career growth.
