Position Title: Building Operations Staff

Location: Float between Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre and Cheam Leisure Centre

Terms: Permanent Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shift: Shifts vary but will include weekday mornings, evenings and weekends

Salary: $41,500-$57,000 per year plus full benefits package

Start Date: As soon as possible

Reports To: Manager, Building Operations

Nature & Scope:

Building operations staff is responsible for maintaining the facility in ‘as new’ condition by ensuring a high standard of cleaning and general maintenance. Under the direction of the Manager, Building Operations will work to ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of all building systems, fixtures and equipment. This is a hands-on position.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and create opportunities to enhance each person’s experience.
• Work as part of a team to ensure a clean, safe and well maintained facility at all times.
• Light custodial duties and cleaning maintenance: power washing, cleaning drains, changing light bulbs, glass cleaning, minor landscaping, etc.
• Maintain all painted surfaces within the building by repairing all chipped and damaged paint areas.
• Maintain all tile and grout surfaces.
• Pool water safety. Complete all pool and spa maintenance during occupied and unoccupied hours.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance work on equipment and systems by: inspecting, testing, replacing parts, adjusting, lubricating, and recording results.
• Maintain and/or repair all exercise equipment in accordance with manufacturers' guidelines and YMCA standards while keeping cost efficiency in mind.
• Report to Building Operations Supervisor parts and supplies required for specific projects
• Record information on the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems in permanent logs, records and files.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of first aid and emergency procedures.
• Demonstrate an understanding of building facility safety in accordance with all WCB regulations.
• Be available to work shift work, occasional odd hours, and to take "on-call" response roll during "off' hours.
• Perform other related duties as required by Supervisor, or designate.

Requirements:

• High level of organizational and customer service skills
• Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and provide 3 professional references
• Pool Operators certification and experience
• WHMIS Training
• Mechanical experience in Facility Management Applications
• Basic HV/AC knowledge
• Basic plumbing knowledge
• Mechanical inclination

Application Deadline: Until filled

The YMCA cares about the same things you do: raising healthy and resilient children, ensuring youth feel confident and supported, and helping people feel healthy and connected to others in the community. As the Lower Mainland's largest operational charity, we are 4,000 staff and volunteers providing vital community services that are having a positive impact on some of the community's most pressing social issues. Central to our success are:

• The people who unite behind our mission to help people reach their potential
• The safe and welcoming places we provide—from health and fitness facilities to childcare centres to camps—that foster a sense of community
• The comprehensive community programs that provide the skills, opportunities and confidence people need to achieve their potential

These people, places, and programs come together to create a sense of belonging and a supportive network that have proven time and again to help people achieve their personal goals. For some the impact can be truly transformational and can have an enormous ripple effect on those around them.

About You:

• Do the right thing - You are caring, respectful, honest and responsible in all you do
• Put people first -You believe in the strengths, perspectives and passion of people
• Keep our promises -You do what you say you will do
• Lead by example -You are courageous, speak with conviction, listen attentively and collaborate

Competencies:

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, and an orientation to service, the candidate should possess the following competencies:

Commitment to Organization and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, outcomes and values of the YMCA.

Leadership: Motivates and inspires self and others to take action to achieve desired outcomes.

Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner.

Creativity and Innovation: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to improve programs and service.

Team Work: The ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal results.

Product Knowledge: Thorough understanding of the components required in providing quality care.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.

Thank you for your interest and application.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.