Maintenance Assistant at None

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans 
• Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts available
• Long and Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller
• Paid time off (About 120 hours/ year and starting with 40 hours)
• Paid parental leave
• Subscription to the Calm app
• Bereavement leave
• Paid holidays
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Growth and development opportunities 
• Free parking
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

Summary/Objective 

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Maintenance Assistant at the Duluth Area Family YMCA intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also overseeing the maintenance and improvement of YMCA facilities and vehicles.  

Our Culture  

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.  

Essential Functions 

• Ensures Y is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains upkeep of assigned area and equipment. 
• Must have hands on experience working in general maintenance (carpentry, electrical, drywall, painting, HVAC etc.)
• Works with Building Services Director on snow removal and grounds keeping.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment with proven skills.
• Records and reports all needed repairs; repairs facility and property as directed.
• Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Replaces soap, paper towels, and other supplies.
• Safely operates motorized equipment.
• Provide support and coverage for building services operations as needed across YMCA branch locations during events, staff vacations, emergencies, or periods of turnover to ensure continuity of facility maintenance and safety standards.
• Working knowledge of cleaning and repair methods.
• Provide support and coverage for building services operations at other YMCA branch locations during staff vacations, emergencies, or periods of turnover to ensure continuity of facility maintenance and safety standards.
• Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals and to initiate process improvements. 
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.  

YMCA Competencies 

• Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.
• Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailor communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.
• Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Supervisory Responsibility 

There are no supervisory responsibilities for the Maintenance Assistant. 

Physical Demands 

Contingent upon being offered a position, the applicant will be required to pass a medical exam. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
  • Frequently required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, climb ladders, walk, shovel snow, plow snow
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, waist to head and above head
  • Occasionally push/pull 50 pounds back and forth
  • Always have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear, and have visual acuity.

Work Environment 

• The work is performed both indoors and outside and may require travel to various locations. 
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 

The Maintenance Assistant will work full-time hours and be available during the day to assist in projects around the different Duluth Area Family YMCA properties. Typical schedule will be Sunday – Thursday or Monday – Friday. This position will be split between the Downtown Duluth, the Essentia Wellness Center and the Superior Branches. 

Travel 

• The work is performed both indoors and outside and will require travel to various locations, including other branch and camp locations.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

Required Education and Experience 

• Required certifications: CPR, AED, First Aid, and CPO training can be provided and must be obtained within 60 days of hire. 
• Associates Degree in related field
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a maintenance role
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
• Experience working with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
• Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
• Experience operating motorized equipment.
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.  

Preferred Education and Experience 

• 1-3 years of experience providing maintenance to commercial facilities and properties
• Knowledge of best practices for maintaining properties for upkeep and longevity
• Experience with maintaining pools

Additional Eligibility Qualifications  

• Must be able to pass a background check.

EEO Statement 

The Duluth Area Family YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.