Lead Facilities Specialist

Company: YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Description: This position will support our David D. Hunting YMCA and requires 1:00 - 10:00 PM availability. POSITION SUMMARY The Lead Maintenance Specialist assists with the safety, security, and general operation of YMCA facilities. This position requires hands on maintenance duties and the ability to work with project teams, trouble shoot mechanical problems, and work independently to effect repairs. Requirements include a good eye for cost effective solutions, ability to bid projects, weigh and assess costs and time requirements, superior interpersonal skills to assemble, direct, supervise and implement project teams to complete projects in a timely manner PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES Responsible for all preventative maintenance on fitness equipment and general repairs and inspections; works with equipment warranties and vendor repair programs Ensures maintenance policies are adhered to at all times Supervises project teams, assignments and completion of all projects in a timely manner Performs preventative maintenance to fitness equipment, or delegates and oversees projects Prepares and schedules activities and projects as needed Supports and maintains professional rapport with members, vendors, and staff Performs minor and routine painting, plumbing, construction, and repair, as well as other related maintenance activities Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion Contributes to general training and coaching of maintenance team Assists with meeting preparations and team communications Assists with general cleaning and grounds as needed Upholds all safety standards, MSDS documentation, and models Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association COMPENSATION $17.09 - $21.36 ; Full-Time, Non-Exempt (40hrs/week) BENEFITS Free YMCA Family Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities & program discounts for you and your family! Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Up to 93% employer paid plan options through Blue Care Network. Dental and Vision Insurance – low-cost coverage options. Health Savings Account (HSA) – Receive up to $1,040 in employer contributions each year to help cover qualified medical expenses. Generous Paid Time Off – Beginning with 3 weeks of PTO per year , plus 9 paid holidays . 20% Childcare Discount – Discount is off the regular rate for each child enrolled in a YMCA childcare program, excluding the infant room. Paid Parental Leave - Dedicated time off to support you during the arrival or adoption of a child. Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan. Paid Disability Leave – short & long term disability coverage. Life Insurance – employer paid life insurance, plus voluntary coverage for the entire family. Optional Insurance – Customize your coverage with options like accident, hospital, pet, and legal insurance , plus more to fit your lifestyle and needs. Pay on Demand – Access your earned wages before payday. Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities. Loan Forgiveness - Eligible employees can also take advantage of Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.gram and resources for you and your family Community Discounts, and more! Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); 1-3 years of equipment maintenance; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required. Working knowledge of building and ground cleanliness. Ability to troubleshoot basic wellness equipment mechanical issues and manage the preventive maintenance of fitness equipment. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within the first 90 days First Aid Certification required within the first 90 days AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 90 days Blood Borne Pathogen training State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT) Certified Pool Operator within first year of employment, preferred WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment and 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. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as addition and subtractions, discounts, interest, commission proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. TRAVEL 5-10% of local travel within the state of Michigan, primarily between other branch locations in the Greater Grand Rapids Association; occasional out-of-state travel maybe required for educational conferences or training. PM21 Compensation details: 17.09-21.36 Hourly Wage PI97111a272148-25448-39858042

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