Job Description

The Building Superintendent administers and supervises all maintenance and custodial operations of the Middleboro Branch and Camp Yomechas. He/She must have the ability to maintain, troubleshoot and/or repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool maintenance and chemical control systems. This position requires a working knowledge and practice of the highest safety standards in all areas of responsibility.

In addition, the Building Superintendent must possess strong communication and managerial skills in supervision, training and developing of maintenance and custodial staff under their responsibilities. He/She must be available for all contingencies or ensure appropriate emergency coverage of the facility at all times. The Building Superintendent will demonstrate the character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility at all times.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. FACILITY /DEPARTMENT RESPSONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for all areas under his/her responsibilities.
• Assume primary responsibility for the proper mechanical operation of all equipment and facilities. Ensure the proper working order of all equipment within the facility and keep a standard inventory of necessary repair items within the facility at all times.
• Monitor, troubleshoot and repair, as needed all HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems of the branch and related facilities.
• Assume primary responsibility and ensure the highest standard of custodial operations and procedures to keep all facilities clean, attractive and risk free.
• Assume primary responsibility for the efficient operation of the pool facilities. Ensure the highest safety and health standards in the administering and control of pool chemicals and filter operations.
• Ensure the proper upkeep of all facility grounds under his/her responsibility.
• Secure bids from outside contractors upon request of the Executive Director and, upon approval, supervise the work progress and job completion of the contractors.
• Inspect all facilities under his/her responsibilities weekly and submit recommendations for planning and prioritizing of facility work to the Executive Director.
• Ensure the highest standard of safety for themselves and their staff at all times. Follow all safety regulations in accordance with OSHA and all other industrial safety guidelines and procedures.
• Provide friendly, courteous service to all members, clients and volunteers of the OCY.
• Ensure all requests, comments or complaints are immediately addressed personally or by another staff person and provide follow-up to ensure task was completed.
• Maintain and evaluate all building records including, inventory (paper goods/cleaning supplies etc.), service contracts, mechanical procedures, snow removal procedures, securing bids, inspections, licenses and trash removal.
• Organize and schedule the maintenance week projects to be completed by outside contractors and staff. Solicit bids and make recommendations on selection.
• Participate in the facility and safety risk committee
• Actively participate in the Camp Master Plan

1. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
   
   

• Provide staff leadership in the recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, supervision, recognition and evaluation of all maintenance and custodial staff.
• Meet weekly with Executive Director to discuss short and long term goals.

1. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assume primary responsibility in creating and achieving department/branch budgets and ensure prudent expenditures and cost control procedures in accordance with branch procedures and policies.
• Obtain all licenses for buildings.

1. INTERDIVISIONAL/COMMUNITY/VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Play an active and successful role in the Association Annual Campaign and assist as requested in achieving branch and Association goals.
• Participate, as requested, in Association and branch committees, cabinets and taskforces.
• Attend all staff meetings as assigned.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationship with all community agencies and local, state and federal public service agencies.
• Coordinate any volunteer work projects.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES - TEAM LEADER

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to improving lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.

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 tailors 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. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth:Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Minimum Required)

• Team Leader Certification from Y-USA with six months of employment
• A High School diploma or equivalent required and a Bachelor’s Degree and/or trade/vocational training preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years experience in mechanical repairs and custodial procedures or equivalent training.
• Previous supervisory experience necessary.

• Must maintain a current Certified Pool Operator certification.
• Ability to push, pull, carry, or lift 75 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Maintain CPR, AED and First Aid certifications
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and maintenance of safe driving record.
• Must be able to perform manual labor frequently, including cleaning, landscaping and lifting.