Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, operation, and safety of all YWCA Cortland facilities. This is a hands-on position requiring the ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building systems, equipment, and grounds. The technician performs preventative maintenance, responds to facility emergencies, completes repairs within their skill level, and coordinates licensed contractors when specialized work is required.

The YWCA operates multiple facilities, including the main building, an off-site childcare center, and a confidential Safe Dwelling. These facilities include commercial and residential kitchens, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, security systems, playgrounds, parking areas, and an indoor swimming pool. The Facilities Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in providing safe, clean, functional, and code-compliant facilities for staff, program participants, residents, and visitors.

Mission: YWCA Cortland is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Essential Responsibilities:

Building Maintenance and Repair

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems including plumbing, electrical fixtures, lighting, HVAC equipment, doors, locks, windows, drywall, flooring, painting, appliances, commercial kitchen equipment, and general building components.
• Diagnose maintenance issues and determine appropriate corrective action within the scope of training and experience.
• Complete preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment according to established schedules.
• Maintain heating, cooling, domestic hot water, pool, kitchen, and security systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Complete maintenance work orders using the organization’s electronic work order system and ensure timely completion.
• Maintain mechanical rooms, storage areas, maintenance equipment, and tools in a safe and organized manner.
• Perform routine inspections to identify maintenance needs before they become larger repair issues.

Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain safe and attractive building exteriors, including sidewalks, parking lots, driveways, lawns, landscaping, playgrounds, fire escapes, and other outdoor spaces.
• Perform seasonal duties including lawn mowing, trimming, weeding, snow removal, salting, and ice control.
• Inspect playground equipment and exterior facilities for safety concerns.

Pool Operations

• Maintain Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Perform routine pool maintenance and water testing.
• Ensure pool systems operate safely and comply with applicable health regulations.

Safety and Compliance

• Conduct routine facility inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA standards, NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations, Department of
  Health requirements, fire codes, and other applicable regulations.
• Complete or coordinate monthly equipment safety inspections and promptly address identified deficiencies.
• Maintain records of inspections, certifications, warranties, preventative maintenance activities, and repairs.
• Safely handle and store chemicals used in facility and pool operations.

Contractor and Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate licensed contractors and vendors for repairs, inspections, and projects that require specialized trades or code-required work.
• Assist with obtaining quotes, scheduling work, monitoring project completion, and verifying work quality.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Finance Director, and Program Directors on facility improvement projects.

Facilities Planning and Budget Support

• Assist with planning annual and long-range maintenance projects.
• Provide recommendations for equipment replacement, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
• Assist in monitoring maintenance budgets by tracking repair costs, supplies, and contractor expenses.
• Plan maintenance activities during annual facility shutdown periods.

Emergency Response

• Serve as the primary facilities contact for building emergencies, including flooding, loss of heat, fire/security alarm responses, building system failures, and other life-safety concerns.
• Serve as the primary on-call contact for emergency facility issues outside normal business hours.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations to minimize disruption to operations and ensure occupant safety.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Maintain maintenance logs, inventories, equipment manuals, warranties, certifications, and vendor records.
• Process maintenance-related purchase requests and maintain accurate documentation.
• Utilize personal vehicle to travel between YWCA facilities. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
• Assist front-line staff by responding to facility-related questions and maintenance concerns.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on facilities maintenance, building maintenance, construction, or mechanical repair experience.
• Demonstrated experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing building systems.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC equipment, carpentry, drywall repair, painting, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lawn equipment, and maintenance machinery.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Technical certificate, apprenticeship, or vocational training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction trades, building maintenance, or a related field.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Experience working in nonprofit, educational, childcare, residential, or community facilities.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or electronic work order systems.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to climb ladders, work in mechanical spaces, perform outdoor work during all seasons, operate maintenance equipment, and safely use tools and machinery.

Working Conditions

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. The position requires exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, mechanical equipment, and pool chemicals, including chlorine, muriatic acid, and CO₂. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when required. The position requires flexibility to respond to facility emergencies outside of normal business hours.

Compensation

Starting Wage: $22.00-$24.00 per hour
35 average weekly hours

Compensation is based on experience, technical skills, certifications, and demonstrated mechanical ability.

Eligible full-time employees receive YWCA benefits following the introductory employment period, including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, childcare
discounts, and wellness benefits. Benefits for part-time employees are provided in accordance with YWCA policy and are prorated where applicable.

How to Apply: Email your resume to cnarrow@cortlandywca.org.