Facility & Grounds Assistant

3 days ago

New Canaan, United States New Canaan Community YMCA, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description


The New Canaan YMCA is looking for a FULL-TIME skilled and knowledgable Facility and Grounds Assistant


The Facility and Grounds Assistant ensures the smooth operation and functioning of our beautiful 108,000 square foot community recreational facility. As part of a two-person team, with the Facility and Grounds Manager, the Assistant collaborates with the management team to upgrade and maintain the most attractive, safe, and clean facility possible to provide the highest quality programs and services to our members and employees.

The Facility and Grounds Assistant is responsible for the daily maintenance, upkeep and repair of the interior and exterior of the facility and its vital systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pools). The Individual must also be able to work independently and be a self-starter, and be proficient at fielding work tickets through a facility database and controlling mechanical systems through a building management system (BMS).


This is a full-time, non-exempt position.


Regular work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 11am to 6pm and as determined by the Facility and Grounds Manager (including weekends as needed). Alternate on-call shift with Facility and Grounds Manager. This position may be responsible for 5:00 am opening of the facility as requested by the Facility and Grounds Manager.

Qualifications Include:

  • Three years of facility and grounds maintenance experience
  • Proficiency with Building Management System software as well as facility work order/asset management software (Asset Essentials a plus).
  • Must have familiarity with HVAC System Controls, (preferably Johnson and Distech) and pool operations.
  • Pool Operator certification (or ability to attain within 6 months) desirable.
  • Must have the ability to perform maintenance and minor repair of: plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems as well as irrigation and pool systems
  • Expertise in painting, and carpentry skills preferred.
  • Must have experience developing and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules and working with outside contractors.
  • Excellent communication skills required.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

  • Ensure safety and cleanliness of all spaces, equipment, and grounds.
  • Maintain all swimming pools in accordance with Health Department standards
  • Develop and implement a preventative maintenance schedule and work processes for the building and all equipment. Schedule should include maintenance tasks per season, month, week, and day.
  • Maintain daily work log, report and correct safety hazards.
  • Utilize technology and software (Asset Solutions, BMS, Distech and Johnson Controls) to ensure the smooth operation of the facility. Basic knowledge of Excel. Maintain and keep current on applicable safety software and technology training.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory of equipment and supplies.
  • Ensure that all repairs are made in a timely manner. Empty trash from trash bins and collect and dispose of trash on property
  • Solicit and manage project bids from outside contractors and vendors and make recommendations to the Facility and Grounds Manager
  • Continue a good working relationship with all outside service contractors and act as a point of contact at the YMCA.
  • Uphold a good relationship with Town Fire Marshal and Building Inspector to keep abreast of any building code changes or violations.
  • Maintain positive relationship with members, staff, inspectors, contractors, and town officials.
  • Participate in facility meetings.
  • Request risk management COI and workers’ compensation records when engaging contractors and maintain repair records.
  • Complete any required compliance training.
  • Stated work hours 11:00 pm – 6:00 pm and as determined by the Facility and Grounds Manager (including weekends as needed). Alternate on-call shift with Facility and Grounds Manager. This position may be responsible for 5:00 am opening of the facility as requested by the Facility and Grounds Manager.
  • Act as a professional role model exemplifying the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Positively represent the YMCA in the community.
  • Wear name tag and YMCA employee uniform shirt.
  • Engage membership in friendly conversation daily and whenever possible call members by name.
  • Job Description may be changed at any time by supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

  • Climb up to 40 feet.
  • Kneel, reach, push, crouch, stand, pull, grasp, navigate stairs, stoop, crawl, walk, lift, talk, hear, perform repetitive motions, shovel snow, and sit.

The employee may occasionally need to exercise these physical labor demands:

  • Exert 60-100+ pounds of force occasionally and 20-40 pounds of force frequently.
  • Acute hearing is essential to this position.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include:

  • Close/far vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, ability to adjust focus, color perception, and field of vision.

Will be required to work outside in all weather conditions.

Individual may occasionally be exposed to wet and humid environment, extreme noise, extreme heat or cold, toxic chemicals, and vibration.


Why the Y? We are an inclusive, nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the potential of all kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

The New Canaan YMCA supports our staff with exceptional benefits such as:

  • 20 days of Paid Time off (PTO)
  • FREE YMCA memberships, program discounts, eligibility for free classes
  • Discounted child-care for staff
  • 9 paid Holidays (Full time staff)
    • New Year’s Day,
    • Good Friday,
    • Memorial Day,
    • Independence Day,
    • Labor Day,
    • Thanksgiving Day
    • Friday after Thanksgiving Day,
    • Christmas Eve Day,
    • Christmas Day
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (YMCA pays 90% of monthly premium for employee AND dependents)
  • Roll-over unused PTO into Banked Sick Leave (up to 90 days)
  • Long Term Disability Insurance (no cost to employee)
  • Life Insurance (no cost to employee)
  • Retirement funds (403b Savings Plan, and eligibility for YMCA Retirement Fund with employer contribution equal to 12% of annual earnings)


Visit our website for more details and full application: www.newcanaanymca.org/employment

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